Textbook of Remedial Massage,
Edition 2Editors: By Sandra Grace, PhD, MSc, DipEd, BA and Jane Graves
Publication Date:
30 Oct 2019
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Textbook of Remedial Massage 2e is a comprehensive and practical book for students and practitioners of remedial massage.
Written by Sandra Grace and Jane Graves, the text provides expert instruction in commonly used and highly valued remedial massage techniques, including trigger points, muscle stretching and myofascial release. Each technique is accompanied by:
- step-by-step illustrations and photographs
- physiological principles
- current evidence of efficacy
- contraindications and precautions
Key Features
- Detailed approach to assessments including red flags for serious conditions requiring referral
- Evidence-based approach to assessment and treatment
- Comprehensive coverage of techniques that are included in remedial massage programs
- Focus on functional anatomy
- Assessment videos of major regions of the body and the integration of treatment techniques that are specific to the target tissue
- Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
About the author
By Sandra Grace, PhD, MSc, DipEd, BA, Professor of Integrative Medicine Faculty of Health Southern Cross University Lismore, New South Wales, Australia and Jane Graves
1.Remedial massage in Australian healthcare2.Assessment procedures for remedial massage: an evidence-based approach3.Planning remedial massage therapy4.Remedial massage techniques for muscles5.Muscle stretching6.Myofascial trigger points7.Joint articulation8.Myofascial release9.Lymphatic drainage massage10.The low back and pelvis11.The thoracic region12.The cervical region13.The head and face14.The chest15.The shoulder region16.The elbow region17.The wrist and hand18.The hip region19.The knee20.The leg, ankle and foot21.Specific client groups22.Answers to Review Questions
ISBN:
9780729543347
Page Count:
481
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