FUNDAMENTALS OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

This book is an interactive, easy-to-read text that is designed for both the new student of massage, and for the evolving practitioner seeking a resourcer for continuing education. It is an essential text for students of massage therapy, and a user-friendly reference for any health care professional with an interest in alternative treatments. The text is heavily illustrated with line art and photographs to enhance learning of clinical skills and anatomy - physiology. This text emphasizes professionalism and ethical standards for massage therapy, reflecting curriculum advances and acknowledging the growing acceptance of massage therapy in the health care community. The text is designed to teach basic tools, not routines, encouraging practitioners to tailor each massage to their clients' particular needs. Review Questions at the end of the chapters allow students to test their knowledge. Proficiency Exercises are included to introduce basic techniques applicable to the personal as well as professional life of the massage therapist. Appendices include resources, indications and contra-indications, suggestions for further reading, and specialized massage terminology.