Introduction to massage therapy /

Braun, Mary Beth.

Introduction to massage therapy / Mary Beth Braun, Stephanie J. Simonson ; with contributions by Debra C. Howard, Marybetts Sinclair. - 2nd ed. - Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2008. - xxvi, 625 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 29 cm. - LWW massage therapy and bodywork educational series .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Welcome to the world of massage therapy! -- Ethics and professionalism -- Medical terminology -- Introduction to anatomy, physiology, and pathology -- Communication and documentation -- Assessment -- Treatment plan -- Equipment, environment, sanitation, and safety -- Client positioning and body mechanics -- Massage strokes and flow -- Therapeutic applications -- Complementary modalities -- Special populations -- Being a massage therapy professional: business concepts and self-care.

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