Is Breathwork right for you?
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Contraindications for Breathwork
Breathwork Contraindications
Breathwork results in certain specific physiological changes in the body and also can result in intense physical and emotional release. As a precaution, the following conditions are contraindicated in certain breathwork practices. It is crucial that you inform your breathwork practitioner if any of the following conditions are relevant to you:
- Pregnancy (at any stage) - Severe PTSD or trauma- Actively using recreational drugs - Taking any medication that alters brain chemistry like anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, ADD, OCD medications, etc. - Detached Retina- Glaucoma- Kidney disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Cardiovascular disease, including angina, previous heart attack, or stroke- Diagnosis of aneurysm of any kind- Uncontrolled thyroid conditions
- Diabetes (any type)
- Severe Asthma— for mild to moderate asthma, we can discuss but you must bring your inhaler to the session
- Epilepsy- History of Seizures
- Prior diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or previous psychiatric condition- Severe psychosomatic disorders- Recent surgery, stitches, or injury- Hospitalization for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis within the last 10 years
- Any other medical, psychiatric, or physical conditions which would impair or affect the ability to engage in any activities that involve deep physical and/or emotional release
- The mRNA COVID Vaccination: At this time, clients must wait a minimum of *60 days* after their *final* dosage with * NO SIDE EFFECTS * to engage in Breathwork. This decision has been made in consultation with our insurance company, health professionals, legal team, and through our own deep contemplation. At this time, the vaccination effects are still too unknown and not covered by our liability.
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