Pearson's massage therapy : blending art with science
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書誌事項
Pearson's massage therapy : blending art with science
Pearson Education, c2011
大学図書館所蔵 全2件
注記
Includes bibliographical references and index
内容説明・目次
内容説明
Pearson's Massage Therapy: Blending Art with Science covers the wide variety of massage therapy competencies. The book's title reflects the fact that successful massage therapists excel at blending the art and science of massage. Broad in scope, this book covers a multitude of massage techniques to what it takes to get started in a successful massage therapy career. Practice Sequences are step-by-step suggested applications of the techniques described in the book. These sections can be used as starting points for mastering the techniques and coming up with routines that work best for each student. Each Practice Sequence is demonstrated in full, vibrant detail on the DVD that accompanies this book. Each chapter begins with a consistent set of features that help readers set their goals:
* Chapter Outline provides an organized overview of the material to be covered.
* Learning Outcomes points readers toward intended goals.
* Key Terms identifies essential words and concepts.
* Massage in Action points readers to the appropriate video content on the DVD.
This is perfect for Massage Therapists in need of a reference guide on massage techniques
目次
PART I FOUNDATIONS
Chapter 1 The Massage Therapy Profession
Chapter 2 The History of Massage as a Vocation
Chapter 3 Professional and Personal Development
Chapter 4 Physical Skills, Fitness, and Self-Care for the Massage Therapist
Chapter 5 Ethics and the Therapeutic Relationship
Chapter 6 Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology, and Kinesiology
Part II Knowledge and Planning for Massage Sessions
Chapter 7 Effects of Massage
Chapter 8 Clinical Applications of Massage
Chapter 9 Endangerment Sites, Contraindications, and Cautions
Chapter 10 Goal-Oriented Planning and Documentation
Part III Basic Massage guidelines and Applications
Chapter 11 Hygiene, Equipment, and Environment
Chapter 12 Body Mechanics, Table Skills, and Application Guidelines
Chapter 13 Western Massage Techniques
Chapter 14 Full-Body Massage Sequence
Chapter 15 Seated Massage
Part IV Adjunct Therapies and Special Applications
Chapter 16 Hydrotherapy and Temperature Therapies
Chapter 17 Spa Applications
Chapter 18 Contemporary Massage and Bodywork
Chapter 19 Eastern Bodywork
Chapter 20 Special Populations and Adaptations
Part V Career and Practice Development
Chapter 21 Career Plans and Employment
Chapter 22 Private Practice and Finances
Chapter 23 Business Ethics
Appendices
A 25 Forms of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
B Personal Care and Health Professionals
C Organizations and Publications
D Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Massage Therapists
E Goal-Oriented Planning
F Performance Evaluation Forms
G Intake and Health History Forms
H References and Additional Resources
Interactive Glossary
Index
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