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Introduction to massage therapy / Mary Beth Braun, Stephanie J. Simonson ; with contributions by Debra C. Howard, Marybetts Sinclair.

By: Braun, Mary Beth.
Contributor(s): Simonson, Stephanie J.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookSeries: LWW massage therapy & bodywork educational series.Publisher: Philadelphia : Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, c2008Edition: 2nd ed.Description: xxvi, 625 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 29 cm. + 1 DVD (4 3/4 in.).ISBN: 9780781773744; 0781773741.Subject(s): Massage therapy | Massage | Health and Wellbeing | Therapy & therapeuticsDDC classification: 615.822 BRA
Contents:
Welcome to the world of massage therapy! -- Ethics and professionalism -- Medical terminology -- Introduction to anatomy, physiology, and pathology -- Communication and documentation -- Assessment -- Treatment plan -- Equipment, environment, sanitation, and safety -- Client positioning and body mechanics -- Massage strokes and flow -- Therapeutic applications -- Complementary modalities -- Special populations -- Being a massage therapy professional: business concepts and self-care.
Summary: '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.

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

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.

New Features to Help You Master Massage Therapy--

New topics have been added or expanded to better prepare you for the National Certification Exam (NCE). Critical thinking exercises test your skills in selecting the correct techniques to apply under specific sets of circumstances. Contraindication boxes highlight particular situations when massage should not be used or a specific stroke may be harmful.

More Highlights and Features--

Full-color illustrations and photographs help you learn important concepts and techniques. Progressive case studies ask you to develop step-by-step treatment plans for a client. Procedure boxes set forth step-by-step instructions for treatments and assessments. Exercises in each chapter help you assess your grasp of key concepts.

Bonus DVD
Each copy of the text includes the Real Bodywork DVD, featuring outstanding video clips of massage sequences presented in the text.

Previous ed.: 2005.

DVD in back pocket.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Welcome to the world of massage therapy! -- Ethics and professionalism -- Medical terminology -- Introduction to anatomy, physiology, and pathology -- Communication and documentation -- Assessment -- Treatment plan -- Equipment, environment, sanitation, and safety -- Client positioning and body mechanics -- Massage strokes and flow -- Therapeutic applications -- Complementary modalities -- Special populations -- Being a massage therapy professional: business concepts and self-care.

'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.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • 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