TY - BOOK AU - Salvo, Susan G. TI - Massage therapy: principles and practice SN - 9781437719772 AV - RM 721 .S25 2012 PY - 2012/// CY - St. Louis, Missouri PB - Saunders Elsevier KW - MASSAGE THERAPY N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; 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 N2 - 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 ER -