Introduction to Massage Therapy

Finally, an introductory massage text that compiles all the practical information students need into one complete source. "Introduction to Massage Therapy" is comprehensive yet written in an understandable, user-friendly style that helps beginning students learn advanced concepts such as history, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, assessment, terminology, and pathology. Illustrations and artwork clarify anatomy, positioning and hands-on techniques in a focused, consistent manner. Each chapter offers key terms, pronunciations, case studies, critical thinking boxes, procedures boxes, and icons that highlight the most important information.
 
Finally, an introductory massage text that compiles all the practical information students need into one complete source. "Introduction to Massage Therapy" is comprehensive yet written in an understandable, user-friendly style that helps beginning students learn advanced concepts such as history, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, assessment, terminology, and pathology. Illustrations and artwork clarify anatomy, positioning and hands-on techniques in a focused, consistent manner. Each chapter offers key terms, pronunciations, case studies, critical thinking boxes, procedures boxes, and icons that highlight the most important information.