Oils to avoid for mild dilate cardiomyopathy?

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Hi Everyone,

This is my first thread and I am very pleased to have joined the forum as I am sure it will be of great use to me.

Does anyone know of any essential oils, apart from the stimulating ones, to avoid for a new client I have booked in for an Aromatherapy Massage this weekend. She has mild dilate cardiomyopathy (enlarged heart). She has informed her GP that she is having the massage (and has had one before with someone else without ill effects). I thought maybe I would just stick with lavender and camomile for the first session but would appreciate any pointers.

Thanks and love
Susan Q

 

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Hi SusieQ!
If I were you, I'd get a note from her doctor saying he agrees that she should have the treatment - I think your insurers might insist on that, and it's good practice anyway.

It may be worth investigating the diuretic oils - juniper, lemon etc, but you need to ask a few more things. What is her blood pressure? If it's high then you should avoid Rosemary. Also ask for some of her symptoms - does she get out of breath quickly? How is her circulation affected?

Hope this helps.

 

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Hi Chris
Thanks for your reply.

I shall ensure I get GPs approval first and thanks for the suggestions for questions to ask my client.

Much appreciated.

SQ