Mosby's Pathology for Massage Therapists
- 6th Edition - January 4, 2027
- Latest edition
- Author: Susan G. Salvo
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 7 9 5 6 - 7
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 7 9 5 7 - 4
Authored by a massage therapist for massage therapists, Mosby's Pathology for Massage Therapists offers comprehensive information on pathology along with relevant massage-related… Read more
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Authored by a massage therapist for massage therapists, Mosby's Pathology for Massage Therapists offers comprehensive information on pathology along with relevant massage-related insights in one convenient book. With detailed coverage of over 340 pathologies, this resource assists in customizing massage treatments accordingly, while over 600 full-color images aid in identifying common conditions. This valuable resource equips you with the necessary pathology understanding to excel in licensure, certification tests, and professional practice.
• Thoroughly reviewed and revised pathologies • A user-friendly and comprehensive format • Case studies in each chapter to help students develop clinical reasoning skills
• Massage therapy students • Massage therapy practitioners
1. Introduction to Pathology and Infection Control 2. Treatment Planning: Intake, Consent, and Documentation 3. Pharmacology and Massage Therapy 4. Dermatologic Pathologies 5. Musculoskeletal Pathologies 6. Neurologic Pathologies 7. Endocrine Pathologies 8. Cardiovascular Pathologies 9. Lymphatic and Immune Pathologies 10. Respiratory Pathologies 11. Gastrointestinal Pathologies 12. Urinary Pathologies 13. Reproductive Pathologies, Conditions, and Sexually Transmitted Infections 14. Oncology Massage 15. Mental Disorders 16. Geriatric Massage 17. Hospital-based Massage Therapy
- Edition: 6
- Latest edition
- Published: January 4, 2027
- Language: English
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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, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy, USA