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Book Detail
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Massage Therapy:
Principles and Practice
Salvo, Susan G.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9781416036524 Category: Alternative/ Complementary Medicine Publisher: Elsevier Health Science Affiliation: Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy; Lake Charles, LA Audience: Professional and scholarly Dimensions: 10.87 x 1.2 x 8.5 in
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Synopsis:
Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition helps you master the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities for your career in massage therapy. With clear writing and a straightforward approach, leading massage authority Susan G. Salvo and her team of expert contributors and reviewers provide cutting-edge, practical information and professional insight in one broad, in-depth, and visually engaging resources, giving you everything you need to launch a successful career in massage therapy. New to this edition: * All-new Clinical Massage chapter broadens your career potential with detailed information on trigger points, posture, gait, and rehabilitation for working in physician-referred practices, multidisciplinary clinics, and sports injury environments. * All-new Research Literacy chapter demonstrates the importance of research-based massage practice and guides you through the process of acquiring and applying the latest information. * Expanded Business chapter helps you prepare for today's job market and appeal to potential employers and clients using digital media and social networking tools. * Numerous case studies and critical thinking questions challenge you to apply your knowledge and understanding in realistic scenarios. * Vibrant group muscle illustrations help you accurately identify, locate, and palpate muscles. * Charts and tables summarize important information such as nutrition and pharmacology for fast, easy reference at a glance. * Innovative "motion" photographs demonstrate technique sequence in greater clarity than traditional images. * Content reflects the most essential massage therapy topics as identified by the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge (MTBOK). * Enhanced online resources on Evolve make chapter review and exam preparation fun and engaging.
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