Salvo, Susan G. <br/><br/>
Massage therapy :  principles and practice / 
Susan G. Salvo 
 - Fourth edition. 
 - St. Louis, Missouri :  Saunders Elsevier,  c2012 
 - xxii, 811 pages :  color illustrations ;  28 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index. 
<br/><br/>Unit one: Foundations for practice, basic and complementary methods, and business practices. History of massage -- Therapeutic relationships --  Tools of the trade -- Self-care: health, wellness, nutrition, and stress reduction -- Research literacy -- Effects of massage therapy -- Body mechanics, client positioning, and draping -- Massage techniques, joint mobilizations, and stretches -- Infection control and emergency preparedness -- Treatment planning: intake, assessment, and documentation -- Special populations and pregnancy -- Hydrotherapy and spa -- Foot reflexology -- Clinical massage -- Seated massage -- Energy-based bodywork therapy: shiatsu and ayurveda -- Business, marketing, accounting, and finance -- Unit two: Anatomy and physiology 
<br/><br/> Helps you master the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities for your career in massage therapy. This title provides information and an insight giving you what you need to launch a successful career in massage therapy. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781437719772 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>MASSAGE THERAPY
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>RM 721 .S25 2012