The Second Edition of Mosby's FUNDAMENTALS OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE, now in four-color, covers all of the fundamentals of therapeutic massage and teaches the reader how to skillfully apply massage techniques. It provides information on sanitation, hygiene, body mechanics, business practices, ethics, massage equipment and supplies, draping procedures, various massage environments, wellness and much more. A new, interactive format integrates workbook sections at the end of each chapter.

This book covers all the fundamentals of therapeutic massage, including specific massage techniques, equipment and supplies, wellness, working with special populations, business considerations, and much more. Includes over 500 high quality illustrations and photos, most of them in full color, which enhances the topics presented and helps reader with technical application. Includes many case studies to bring topics to life for the reader and apply topics to everyday practice. It contains several helpful appendices, including Contraindications to Massage, Skin Pathology, Common Medications and Possible Implications for Massage, Resource List, and Suggestions for Self-Massage. At the end of the book is a comprehensive glossary of terms. The book features an available instructor's manual with transparency masters, chapter outlines, test questions, and much more. Each chapter has key terms, objectives, and outlines in each chapter. Written by Sandy Fritz, a massage therapist and instructor, the book brings readers the most relevant and up-to-date information and techniques.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Foundations of Therapeutic Applications of Touch

Chapter 2 Ethics, Professionalism, and Legal Issues

Chapter 3 Medical Terminology for Professional Record Keeping

Chapter 4 The Scientific Art of Therapeutic Massage

Chapter 5 Indications and Contraindications for Therapeutic Massage

Chapter 6 Hygiene, Sanitation and Safety

Chapter 7 Body Mechanics

Chapter 8 Preparation for Massage: Equipment, Supplies, Professional Environment, Positioning and Draping

Chapter 9 Massage Manipulations and Techniques

Chapter 10 Assessment Procedures and Care Plan Development

Chapter 11 Complimentary Bodywork Systems

Chapter 12 Serving Special Populations

Chapter 13 Wellness

Chapter 14 Business Considerations for a Career in Therapeutic Massage<\p>

640 pages