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Massage Therapy
Principles and Practice
- 6th Edition - February 28, 2019
- Author: Susan G. Salvo
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 5 9 7 6 2 - 3
Make the essential principles of massage therapy more approachable! Covering massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, Massage Therapy: Principles and Pract… Read more
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Request a sales quoteMake the essential principles of massage therapy more approachable! Covering massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice, 6th Edition prepares you for success in class, on exams, and in practice settings. The new edition of this student friendly text includes more than 700 images, expanded information on the latest sanitation protocols, critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter, and updated pathologies which reflect what you will encounter in the field.
- UPDATED pathologies ensure they are current and reflect what you will see in the field as a practitioner.
- UPDATED Research Literacy and evidence-informed practice skills, emphasize how to locate and apply scientific data and the latest research findings in your massage practice.
- Licensing and Certification Practice Exams on Evolve mimics the major high-stakes exams in format and content, builds confidence, and helps increase pass rates.
- Complete anatomy and physiology section, in addition to material on techniques and foundations, you all the information you need in just one book.
- Robust art program enhances your understanding and comprehension of each topic presented through visual representation.
- Case studies challenge you to think critically and apply your understanding to realistic scenarios, foster open-mindedness, cultural competency, and stimulate dialogue.
- Profile boxes provide an inspirational, real-world perspective on massage practice from some of the most respected authorities in massage and bodywork.
- Clinical Massage chapter focuses on massage in therapeutic and palliative settings such as hospitals, chiropractic and physical therapy offices, nursing homes, and hospice care centers to broaden your career potential.
- Business chapter loaded with skills to help make you more marketable and better prepared for today's competitive job market.
- Cover image
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- Contributors and Reviewers
- Preface
- Organization
- Unit One Foundations for Practice, Basic and Complementary Methods, and Business Practices
- 1 History of Massage
- Introduction
- Prehistoric Times
- Ancient World
- Middle Ages
- European Renaissance
- Modern Era
- Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations
- The Future of Massage
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Practice
- Discussion
- 2 The Therapeutic Relationship
- Introduction
- Ethics
- Therapeutic Relationships
- Cultural Competency
- Professional Boundaries
- Dual Relationships
- Ethical Decision Making: a Problem-Solving Approach
- Sexual Misconduct
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 3 Tools of the Trade
- Introduction
- Massage Tables
- Massage Table Features
- Table Fabric
- Massage Table Accessories
- Massage Linens
- Massage Lubricants
- Essential Oils
- The Massage Environment
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 4 Career Longevity
- Introduction
- Physical Wellness
- Occupational Wellness
- Intellectual Wellness
- Emotional Wellness
- Social Wellness
- Spiritual Wellness
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 5 Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy
- Introduction
- Evidence-Informed Practice
- Types of Evidence
- Research
- Clinical Expertise
- Patient Preferences
- Implementing EIP in Professional Practice
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 6 Massage Therapy and Research
- Introduction
- Cardiovascular System
- Lymphatic System and Immunity
- Musculoskeletal System
- Connective Tissues
- Skin
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Internal Organs and Other Systems
- Psychologic Aspects
- Whole-Body Effects
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 7 Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping
- Introduction
- Body Mechanics
- Client Positioning
- Draping
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 8 Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, and Stretches
- Introduction
- Massage Technique Terminology and Characteristics
- Effleurage
- Petrissage
- Friction
- Compression
- Tapotement
- Vibration
- Passive Range of Motion: Mobilizations and Stretching
- Neck
- Wrists and Hands
- Shoulders
- Spine
- Hips and Knes
- Ankles and Feet
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 9 Standard Precautions, Contraindications, and Emergency Preparedness
- Introduction
- Introduction to Disease: Vocabulary
- Types of Diseases and Disorders
- Pathogens
- Chain of Infection
- Disease Transmission
- Standard Precautions
- Hand Hygiene
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Disinfecting Contaminated Linens, Surfaces, and Reusable Objects
- Massage Contraindications and Endangerment Sites
- Emergency Preparedness
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 10 Professional Standards
- Introduction
- Scope of Practice
- Client Communication and Privacy
- Client Health Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Informed Consent
- Documentation
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 11 Special Populations
- Introduction
- Pregnancy Massage
- Massage During the First Trimester
- Massage During the Second Trimester
- Massage During the Third Trimester
- High-Risk Pregnancies
- Massage During the Postpartum Period
- Infant Massage
- Child and Adolescent Massage
- Tactical Athletes: Military Service, Law Enforcement, and First Responders
- Geriatric Massage
- Clients With Visual Impairments
- Clients With Hearing Impairments
- Clients With Mobility Impairments
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 12 Hydrotherapy
- Introduction
- Water: Physical Properties
- Clinical Cryotherapy
- Clinical Thermotherapy
- Spa Hydrotherapy
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 13 Foot Reflexology
- Introduction
- Map of the Body: Zones, Landmarks, and Reflex Points
- Basic Techniques
- Treatment Guidelines
- Foot Reflexology Session
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 14 Clinical Massage
- Introduction
- Pain, Trigger Points, and Fascia
- Orthopedic Assessments
- Clinical Massage: Treatment Planning and Application Methods
- Hospice Care
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 15 Seated Massage
- Introduction
- Seated Massage: the Research
- Buying a Massage Chair
- Preseated Massage Procedures
- Seated Massage Routine
- Postseated Massage Procedures
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 16 Asian Bodywork Therapy
- Introduction
- Asian Bodywork Therapy
- Five Phases or Five Elements
- Shiatsu and Zen Shiatsu
- Thai Massage
- Ayurveda
- Chakras
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 17 Business Practices
- Introduction
- Getting Started
- Business Practices
- Marketing
- Professional Development and Business Resources
- Accounting
- Business Plan
- References
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- Unit Two Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology
- 18 Introduction to the Human Body
- Introduction
- Medical Terminology
- Levels of Organization
- Cells and Cellular Processes
- Tissues
- Membranes
- Body Compass: Anatomic Position, Planes, Directional Terms, Body Cavities, and Body Regions
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 19 Skeletal System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Bone Tissue, Bone Cells, Ossification, Bone Growth, and Bone Remodeling
- Classification of Bone by Shape and Size
- Long Bone Anatomy
- Divisions of the Skeleton
- Joints
- Synovial Joint Anatomy
- Types of Synovial Joints
- Types of Synovial Joint Movement
- Pathologies and Injuries of the Skeletal System
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 20 Muscular System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Muscle Fibers, Muscles, and Connective Tissues
- Muscle Contraction
- Classifying Muscles by Levers, Shapes, Actions, and Joints
- Muscular Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 21 Kinesiology
- Introduction
- Bones
- Lesson One: Bones of the Upper Extremity
- Lesson Two: Bones of the Lower Extremity
- Lesson Three: Bones of the Axial Skeleton
- Skeletal Muscles
- Lesson Four: Muscles of Scapular Movement
- Lesson Four Review: Muscles of Scapular Movement
- Lesson Five: Muscles of Shoulder Joint Movement
- Lesson Five Review: Muscles of Shoulder Joint Movement
- Lesson Six: Muscles of Elbow and Radioulnar Joint Movement
- Lesson Six Review: Muscles of Elbow and Radioulnar Joint Movement
- Lesson Seven: Muscles of Wrist and Hand Movement
- Lesson Seven Review: Muscles of Wrist and Hand Movement
- Lesson Eight: Muscles of Hip and Knee Movement
- Lesson Eight Review: Muscles of Hip Movement
- Lesson Eight Review: Muscles of Knee Movement
- Lesson Nine: Muscles of Ankle and Foot Movement
- Lesson Nine Review: Muscles of Ankle and Foot Movement
- Lesson Ten: Muscles of Neck and Facial Movement
- Lesson Ten Review: Muscles of Mandibular Movement
- Lesson Ten Review: Muscles of Head and Neck Movement
- Lesson Eleven: Muscles of Trunk and Vertebral Column Movement
- Lesson Eleven Review: Muscles of Trunk and Vertebral Movement
- Lesson Twelve: Muscles of Respiration
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 22 Integumentary System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Epidermis
- Dermis
- Subcutaneous Layer
- Skin Color
- Hair
- Nails
- Skin Glands
- Thermoregulation
- Skin Receptors
- Dermatologic Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 23 Nervous System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Organization of the Nervous System
- Neuroglia, Neurons, Reflexes, Reflex Arcs, And Nerves
- Nerve Impulses, Synapses, and Synaptic Transmission
- Central Nervous System
- Peripheral Nervous System
- Senses and Their Receptors
- Neurologic Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 24 Endocrine System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Hormones and Hormonal Regulation
- Hypothalamus
- Pituitary Gland
- Pineal Gland
- Thyroid Gland
- Parathyroid Glands
- Adrenal Glands
- Pancreatic Islets
- Ovaries
- Testes
- Organs Possessing Endocrine Cells
- Endocrine Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 25 Reproductive System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Male Reproductive System
- Female Reproductive System
- Sexual Intercourse and Fertilization
- Pregnancy, Childbirth, And Lactation
- Reproductive Pathologies and Conditions
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 26 Cardiovascular System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Blood
- Heart
- Blood Vessels
- Paths of Blood Circulation
- Cardiovascular Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 27 Lymphatic System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Lymph, Lymphatics, and Lymphatic Movement
- Lymphatic Organs
- Resistance to Disease
- Lymphatic and Immunologic Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 28 Respiratory System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Upper Respiratory Tract
- The Lower Respiratory Tract
- Breathing
- Respiration
- Reflexes That Affect Breathing
- Respiratory Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 29 Digestive System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Gastrointestinal Tract
- Oral Cavity
- Pharynx
- Esophagus
- Stomach
- Small Intestine
- Large Intestine
- Accessory Organs and Glands
- Liver
- Gallbladder
- Pancreas
- Gastrointestinal Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- 30 Urinary System and Pathologies
- Introduction
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Kidneys
- Nephron
- Ureters
- Urinary Bladder
- Urethra
- Urine Formation
- Urine and Urination
- Body Fluids and Fluid Balance
- Urinary Pathologies
- References
- Bibliography
- Review and Apply Your Knowledge
- Glossary
- Short Biography Index
- Index
- Language: English
- Edition: 6
- Published: February 28, 2019
- Imprint: Elsevier
- eBook ISBN: 9780323597623
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Susan G. Salvo
Susan G. Salvo is a massage therapist with more than 30 years of experience. As an author, Susan has written best-selling massage textbooks and created online courses and instructional videos. She has a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Instructional Technology and is enthusiastic about bringing 21st century resources into the classroom. She has also participated within the professional MT community, notably as a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge (MTBOK) Project. In 2011, Susan was named Teacher of the Year during the World Massage Therapy Festival. She holds memberships in several prestigious associations and societies and is very passionate about massage therapy and massage education.
Affiliations and expertise
Director of Education and Instructor at Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy