Thankfully, the widespread availability of multiple vaccines means that the COVID-19 pandemic seems to be coming to an end. However, despite this, new variants and highly contagious are becoming more prevalent, so we still have to act with caution. This begs the question: What activities can we resume?
For example, is it safe to get a massage during COVID?
Assessing the Risk
If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it is that there is no 100% safe activity – just like there is no 100% dangerous activity. Therefore, we have to manage our risk. Massage therapy is a wonderful tool for relaxation and physical therapy, and in many cases, one that is highly necessary to help someone recover from an injury. In this case, any “risk” associated with a message may be worth undertaking.
However, there are things that you can do to significantly lower your risk. Ask your chiropractor or practitioner what COVID steps they are taking. Are they screening other clients and staff? Do they have any sort of ventilation system in the room where the massage will take place? Do they require that both you and the practitioner wear masks?
You should also inquire about how often rooms are cleaned and sanitized. Regular sanitization – between every client – helps to reduce the risk of contracting COVID during a massage. Fortunately, more information exists that shows that COVID-19 does not spread via surface-to-surface contact, so the odds of contracting COVID via this method are low.
Furthermore, you should get vaccinated as soon as possible, all staff here at SF Custom Chiropractic are already vaccinated and continue to observe COVID safe protocols.
So, is it Safe?
Unfortunately, there is no clear answer here. There is no question that the best way of preventing COVID transmission – social distancing – isn’t possible with a massage. However, there are quite a few things that can be done in order to ensure that any risks of getting a massage during COVID can be reduced.
Another factor you have to take into consideration is the prevalence of COVID in your area. If your area is a real COVID hotspot, make sure the place you are going to is practicing safe measures to keep all patients and staff as protected as possible. If you are wanting to book a massage check our schedule here or if you have concerns please give us a call at (415) 521-3073.
