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
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.
By:
Sandra Grace (Professor Faculty of Health Southern Cross University Lismore NSW Australia), Jane Graves Imprint: Harcourt Publishers Group (Australia) Pty.Ltd Country of Publication: Australia Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions:
Height: 276mm,
Width: 216mm,
ISBN:9780729543347 ISBN 10: 072954334X Pages: 481 Publication Date:30 October 2019 Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
1.Remedial massage in Australian healthcare 2.Assessment procedures for remedial massage: an evidence-based approach 3.Planning remedial massage therapy 4.Remedial massage techniques for muscles 5.Muscle stretching 6.Myofascial trigger points 7.Joint articulation 8.Myofascial release 9.Lymphatic drainage massage 10.The low back and pelvis 11.The thoracic region 12.The cervical region 13.The head and face 14.The chest 15.The shoulder region 16.The elbow region 17.The wrist and hand 18.The hip region 19.The knee 20.The leg, ankle and foot 21.Specific client groups 22.Answers to Review Questions