Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 8th Edition

by Susan G. Salvo, EdD, LMT, BCTMB

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ISBN: 9780443379642

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This accessible and comprehensive text is a reliable resource for mastering the key principles of massage therapy. With a focus on massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, the 8th Edition of "Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice" equips you for success in academic studies, examinations, and professional practice. Featuring over 700 images, updated information on current protocols, thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter, and revised content on common pathologies encountered in the field, this user-friendly text simplifies the essential concepts of massage therapy to help you excel in your educational journey, licensing exams, and clinical practice.

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Key Features
- Detailed sports massage section in Clinical Massage chapter
- Unified anatomy, physiology, and fundamentals content throughout book
- Practice Exam simulating major certification tests for thorough preparation
New to This Edition
- Updated critical thinking questions to enhance clinical reasoning skills
- Updated art program with illustrations and clinical photos for better topic understanding
Contents

Unit 1: Foundations for Practice, Complementary and Integrative Methods, and Business Practices
1. History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations
2. The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries
3. Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage Environment
4. Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care
5. Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy
6. Massage Therapy Research
7. Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping
8. Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, and Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications
9. Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness
10. Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals
11. Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those with Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments
12. Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures
13. Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice
14. Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, Clinical Application Methods, Sports Massage and Working with Athletics, Soft Tissue Injuries, Hospital-Based Massage, Surgery, and Working with Hospice Patients
15. Seated Massage: Principles and Practice
16. Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Ayurvedic Principles, and Chakras
17. Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and Planning

Unit 2: Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, and Pathology
18. Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass
19. Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
20. Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
21. Kinesiology
22. Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries
23. Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
24. Endocrine System and Pathologies
25. Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
26. Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders
27. Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions
28. Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
29. Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders
30. Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders
Authors

Susan G. Salvo, EdD, LMT, BCTMB, Director of Education and Instructor, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy, USA
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