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What areas should the massage therapist avoid if you're pregnant? i'm 14 weeks now. i keep reading ankles and feet in other forums. please advice.
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Avoid the abdomen: A massage therapist should avoid deep tissue massage of the abdominal area.
Answered 2/11/2015
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