Hi Sitke,

Thanks for your thread. I have numerous conditions which include PN and also spinal issues amidst many others. I have NEVER had a massage and have always feared that it could/would make my back issues worse.

I would love to have a massage to help with the muscle pain I get in my back but have always been too chicken. There is a health facility near me that offers massage and one day I plan to try a massage.

I am very interested to see what other responses you get to your thread.

Next time I see my pain management doctor, I will seek his advice on the matter. He has a form that patients complete at each and every visit that asks if they have had massage since their last visit.

I am sure massage can be very beneficial in many instances but is it safe for everyone? I also understand there are many "types" of massage so I hope some posters to your thread will mention what types are for what conditions and which are contraindicated for certain conditions.

Thanks for your thread.