Massage Therapy Theory And Practice

Massage Therapy Theory And Practice. This comprehensive theory and practice text covers an array of difficult concepts in an easy-to-understand manner. It is the ideal review tool for massage therapy students and practitioners who wish to certify and join the American Massage Therapy Association and for those preparing for the National Certification Exam. Key Topics: The book presents clear and succinct coverage of the philosophy and history of massage, effects and benefits, equipment and safety, massage strokes and movements, and laws and ethics. Case studies, and review questions are also included. 300 pages.

Specific Content:
1. Philosophy and History of Massage
2. Professionalism, Law, and Ethics
3. Effects and Benefits of Massage
4. Sanitation, Safety, and Personal Hygiene
5. The Science and Art of Massage
6. Preparation for and Consultation with the Client
7. Major Massage Strokes
8. Contemporary Therapeutic Massage Approaches
9. Assessment: Designing the Massage to Fit the Client
10. Self Care and Wellness for Therapist and Client
11. Therapeutic Massage: The Application of Knowledge to Clients' Needs
12. Appendix A: Case Studies
13. Appendix B: Code of Ethics
14. Appendix C: Massage Clinic Client Information and Health History Forms
15. Appendix D: Pregnancy Routine and Infant Massage
16. Appendix E: S.O.A.P. Notes with Six Massage Routines
17. Appendix F: Resource and Information List
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    Index