Massage Therapy

Principles and Practice

Häftad, Engelska, 2023

Av Susan G. Salvo, USA) Salvo, Susan G. (Director of Education and Instructor, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy

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Trust this approachable, all-in-one text to help you master the essential principles of massage therapy! Covering massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice, 7^th Edition prepares you for success in class, on exams, and in practice settings. This user-friendly text includes more than 700 images, expanded information on the latest protocols, critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter, and updated pathologies which reflect what you will encounter in the field.

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Utgivningsdatum2023-01-26
Mått216 x 276 x 39 mm
Vikt2 370 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor848
Upplaga7
FörlagElsevier Health Sciences
ISBN9780323878159

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Susan G. Salvo is a massage therapist with more than 30 years of experience. As an author, Susan has written best-selling massage textbooks and created online courses and instructional videos. She has a master's degree in Educational Leadership and Instructional Technology and is enthusiastic about bringing 21st century resources into the classroom. She has also participated within the professional MT community, notably as a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge (MTBOK) Project. In 2011, Susan was named Teacher of the Year during the World Massage Therapy Festival. She holds memberships in several prestigious associations and societies and is very passionate about massage therapy and massage education.

UNIT ONE FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE, COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE METHODS, AND BUSINESS PRACTICES1. History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations2. The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries3. Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage Environment4. Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care5. Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy6. Massage Therapy Research7. Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping8. Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications9. Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness10. Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals11. Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those With Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments12. Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures13. Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice14. Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical Application Methods15. Seated Massage: Principles and Practice16. Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles17. Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and PlanningUNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY18. Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass19. Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries20. Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries21. Kinesiology22. Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries23. Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries24. Endocrine System and Pathologies25. Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders26. Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders27. Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions28. Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders29. Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders30. Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders