
Introduction to Massage Therapy
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 17. January 2007
Book
Hardback
625 pages
978-0-7817-7374-4 (ISBN)
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The Second Edition of Introduction to Massage Therapy instills the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a professional massage therapist and excel as one. The authors integrate functional anatomy, physiology, and pathology with massage therapy techniques, helping you translate your knowledge of the underlying science into practice. Designed to prepare you for all aspects of massage practice, the text also covers communication and documentation, safety and self-care practices, and essential business concepts. This text offers a wealth of 3D anatomical information on the skeletal, muscular, and neurovascular systems, as well as surface anatomy. The Second Edition features expanded coverage of hydrotherapy, Eastern techniques, sanitation and hygiene, and HIPAA.
The Second Edition of Introduction to Massage Therapy instills the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a professional massage therapist and excel as one. The authors integrate functional anatomy, physiology, and pathology with massage therapy techniques, helping you translate your knowledge of the underlying science into practice. Designed to prepare you for all aspects of massage practice, the text also covers communication and documentation, safety and self-care practices, and essential business concepts. This text offers a wealth of 3D anatomical information on the skeletal, muscular, and neurovascular systems, as well as surface anatomy. The Second Edition features expanded coverage of hydrotherapy, Eastern techniques, sanitation and hygiene, and HIPAA.
The Second Edition of Introduction to Massage Therapy instills the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a professional massage therapist and excel as one. The authors integrate functional anatomy, physiology, and pathology with massage therapy techniques, helping you translate your knowledge of the underlying science into practice. Designed to prepare you for all aspects of massage practice, the text also covers communication and documentation, safety and self-care practices, and essential business concepts. This text offers a wealth of 3D anatomical information on the skeletal, muscular, and neurovascular systems, as well as surface anatomy. The Second Edition features expanded coverage of hydrotherapy, Eastern techniques, sanitation and hygiene, and HIPAA.
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Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Philadelphia
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
525
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 203 mm
Weight
1361 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7817-7374-4 (9780781773744)
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Content
Preface How to Use This Book Acknowledgments Reviewers Chapter 1: Welcome to the World of Massage Therapy! Chapter 2: Ethics and Professionalism Chapter 3: Medical Terminology Chapter 4: Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology Chapter 5: Communication and Documentation Chapter 6: Assessment Chapter 7: Treatment Plan Chapter 8: Equipment, Environment, Sanitation, and Safety Chapter 9: Client Positioning and Body Mechanics Chapter 10: Massage Strokes and Flow Chapter 11: Therapeutic Applications Chapter 12: Complementary Modalities Chapter 13: Special Populations Chapter 14: Being a Massage Therapy Professional: Business Concepts and Self-Care Appendix A: Pathology Quick Reference Charts Glossary Index