CREST syndrome

Posted by TeresMajor on April 22, 1999 at 20:09:16
I am a Licensed Massage Theraist.  One of my clients has CREST SYNDROME.
I would like to know if Massage is indicated for her.
                   Thanks for your time
                         Teresmajor

Posted by CCF CARDIO MD - MTR on April 23, 1999 at 08:39:24
Dear Teres Major, thank you for your question.  Massage therapy may be fine for someone with CREST syndrome, but you should speak with the individual's own physician for a specific recommendations.
I hope you find this information useful.  Information provided in the heart forum is for general purposes only.  Only your physician can provide specific diagnoses and therapies. Please feel free to write back with additional questions.  Good luck.
If you would like to make an appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Heart Center, please call 1-800-CCF-CARE or inquire online by using the Heart Center website at www.ccf.org/heartcenter.   The Heart Center website contains a directory of the cardiology staff that can be used to select the physician best suited to address your cardiac problem.

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