Massage for Therapists [Paperback]

Margaret Hollis (Author), Elisabeth Jones (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 15, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0632047887 | ISBN-13: 978-0632047888 | Edition: 2

This new, third edition of Massage for Therapists is a timely and thorough update which continues the tradition of Margaret Hollis' hands-on approach.   The book is designed to be a step-by-step guide to the theory and practical application of classical massage. Once mastered, these techniques may form the basis for a variety of modifications suitable for specific conditions. 

Massage is a basic skill within physiotherapy, and one which requires a high standard of practical application. It is a skill which is increasingly being taken up by other health care and complementary therapy professionals. 

Massage for Therapists is split into three sections: an introduction to massage and preparation for giving a massage; the massage manipulations by area of the body; and some key modifications to the standard manipulations. In order to further enhance the practitioner's skill and to give the reader a grounding in some of the many popular specialities, updated chapters on aromatherapy and massage in sport sit alongside new chapters which introduce myofascial release and shiatsu.

Massage for Therapists will be of interest to student and qualified physiotherapists and sports therapists, as well as occupational therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, nurses, complementary therapists and beauty therapists.

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From the Back Cover

Good handling techniques are essential in massage and physiotherapy students must learn and develop these important stills. Massage for Therapists is the standard work specifically written for physiotherapists on massage and is highly recommended by physiotherapy teachers.

The second edition retains the successful hands-on approach but has been revised and updated to include new chapters on Abdominal Massage, Sports Injuries, Scientific Effects of Massage and Aromatherapy, each contributed by international experts in physiotherapy. A new format and page design have been introduced to accommodate the large number of illustrations and supporting explanations of the therapeutic application.

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (August 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0632047887
• ISBN-13: 978-0632047888
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,909,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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