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Massage Therapy

Principles and Practice

  • 6th Edition - February 28, 2019
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Susan G. Salvo
  • Language: English

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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Make 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.

Key features

  • 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

Table of contents

Unit I: Foundations for Practice, Basic and Complementary Methods, and Business Practices

1. History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations

2. Therapeutic Relationships

3. Tools of the Trade: Massage Tables, Table Accessories, Linens, Lubricant, and the Treatment Room

4. Career Longevity: Self-Care, Burnout Prevention, and the Wellness Model

5. Evidence Informed Practice and Research Literacy

6. Massage Therapy and Research: A Review of the Literature

7. Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping

8. Massage Techniques, Joint Mobilizations, and Stretches

9. Standard Precautions, Contraindications, and Emergency Preparedness

10. Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Informed Consent, Documentation, and Networking with Health Care Providers

11. Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant Women, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Tactical Athletes and the Military, the Elderly, People with Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments, and Those in Hospice Care

12. Hydrotherapy and Spa

13. Foot Reflexology: Theories and Techniques

14. Clinical Massage

15. Seated Massage: Principles and Practice

16. Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Ayurvedic Principles, and Chakras

17. Business, Marketing, Accounting, and Finance

Unit II: Anatomy and Physiology

18. Introduction to the Human Body: Cells, Tissues, and the Body Compass

19. Skeletal System and Pathologies

20. Muscular System and Pathologies

21. Kinesiology

22. Integumentary System and Pathologies

23. Nervous System

24. Endocrine System and Pathologies

25. Reproductive System and Pathologies

26. Cardiovascular System and Pathologies

27. Lymphatic System and Pathologies

28. Respiratory System and Pathologies

29. Urinary System and Pathologies

30. Urinary System

Product details

  • Edition: 6
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 30, 2020
  • Language: English

About the author

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Susan G. Salvo

Dr. Susan Salvo has a diverse career in massage and academia spanning over 40 years. Susan is well-known as a thought leader and pioneer in evidence-informed practice, has written two widely-used textbooks, and presents at professional conferences around the world. She also reviews case reports for the Massage Therapy Foundation and was a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge project and the Council of State Governments Interstate Compact. Susan’s writings, teachings, and research efforts focus on advancing the fields of massage, complementary and integrative health care, and higher education.

Affiliations and expertise:

Adjunct Professor, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy, USA

Adjunct Professor: Unitech Training Academy, USA

Adjunct Professor: Northeast College of Health Sciences, USA

Adjunct Professor: New Mexico School of Massage, USA

Affiliations and expertise
Director of Education and Instructor, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy, USA