Handbook of Clinical Massage

This book gives a comprehensive introduction to massage techniques and offers guidelines on the assessment of each body region prior to massage (including the symptoms and signs relating to pathology).<br>Well researched and evidence-based, the book takes a unique medical approach describing applied massage techniques for common conditions and their utilization as an adjunct to both conventional and complementary treatments. Generously illustrated with black and white photographs to show how to do the techniques. Additional line drawings illustrate correct postural techniques for the practitioner. Instruction is also given on supplementary techniques for the physically impaired patient.<br><br>Handbook of Massage Therapy 2nd edition is aimed at all practitioners and students who practice the various disciplines of physical therapy. It provides the student with a comprehensive introduction to massage therapy whilst being of equal value to the practitioner, presenting theoretical information based on clinical experience and research material.<p></p>Describes the theory and application of massage techniques, their physiological effects, indications and contraindications and how massage may be used therapeutically in the treatment of many common conditions<br>Generously illustrated with photographs and line ddrawings<br>New edition now has 2 colour printing throughout<br>In the chapters on body regions each chapter starts with an assessment ot the region with guidelines on the examination and assessment of pathological symptoms and signs and their implications for massage treatment<br>Includes supplementary techniques for use with patients who are physically impaired, elderly or unable to lie on the treatment table.
ISBN: 978-0-443-07349-6

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