Description
Ideal for both massage students and practicing therapists, this pocket-sized reference provides key information in a handy, easy-to-use format! Bullet lists, tables, and numerous full-color line drawings and photos make this reference ideal for use on the go. This second edition is thoroughly updated and includes new muscle illustrations and new sections on how nutrition and common medications affect massage-treatment planning, helping you provide even more effective treatment for your clients.
Product Details
Reference
58794
EAN13
9780323063647
ISBN
9780323063647
Data sheet
Publication date
2016
Issue number
2
Cover
soft binded
Pages count
212
Dimensions (mm)
102 x 152
Weight (g)
180
Anatomy 1. Systems and Organs 2. Functions of ANS 3. Joint Movements 4. ROM 5. MusclesSafety and Precautions 6. Standard Precautions 7. Endangerment SitesMassage Application 8. Licensing, Certification, Scope of Practice 9. Benefits of Therapeutic Massage 10. Body Mechanics 11. Draping Suggestions 12. Outcome Massage Sequence 13. Quality of Touch 14. Adapting During Massage Based on Safety and Outcomes 15. Hydrotherapy 16. Lymphatic Drain and Blood Circulation 17. Common Trigger Points 18. Connective Tissue 19. Chakra, Color, Music Therapy 20. Meridians 21. Reflexology 22. Stages of Soft Tissue Healing 23. Development of Treatment Plan 24. Abdominal MassageDocumentation 25. Taking a Health History 26. Treatment Plan Form 27. SOAP Notes 28. Common Abbreviations 29. Common Word Roots 30. Common Prefixes 31. Common SuffixesAssessment, Pain, and Pathology 32. Palpation Assessment 33. Posture Assessment 34. Muscle Testing Assessment 35. Joint vs Soft Tissue Assessment 36. Referred Pain 37. Pain Assessment Factors 38. Pain Rating Scales 39. Assessment Scale for Pitting Edema to Determine Appropriateness for Lymphatic Drain 40. Characteristics of Headaches 41. Diseases and Indications/Contraindications for Massage 42. Disorders Related to Chronic Inflammation 43. Skin Pathologies 44. Common Stress Responses 45. Common Drugs by Class 46. Common Herbal Supplements 47. Functions and Sources of Vitamins 48. Functions and Sources of Selected MineralsTools 49. Basic Life Support 50. Heart Attack Warning Signs 51. English-Spanish Translation Guide 52. Sign Language Chart 53. Research Vocabulary 54. Glossary