A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Lww Massage Therapy & Bodywork Educational) (Hardcover)

by Ruth Werner (Author) "To undertake the study of diseases and disorders in the context of massage therapy can feel like an overwhelming task to students and practitioners..." (more)
Key Phrases: avian influenza, reflexology work, touch therapy, United States, Reflexology Indicated, Shiatsu Indicated (more...)

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The best-selling pathology textbook for massage therapy is now in its Fourth Edition. The book presents detailed information on the etiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment of over 200 diseases and conditions, emphasizing how massage influences the disease and healing processes and how therapists can maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks.

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Product Details Hardcover: 740 pages Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Fourth Edition edition (January 1, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 0781769191 ISBN-13: 978-0781769198 Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 1.5 inches Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,786 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Massage > Therapy #22 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Acupuncture & Acupressure #33 in  Books > Professional & Technical > Medical > Allied Health Professions > Physical Therapy

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 40 of 42 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reference for Massage Therapists & Bodyworkers, April 11, 2000 By  A. Haidet (Buckeye Country) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover) I just wish I would've had this book while I was in school! This is a VERY well organized book of pathology. It details the indications and contraindications very well, and even has some color photos of various pathologies toward the front to help you identify them. A must for a student, and a should have for a Massage Therapist in practice. You won't regret this purchase if have to study for the National or State Exams. A wonderful, helpful tool! 19 of 19 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A must for clinical massage therapy, April 18, 2001 By  Christine C. Bogart (Las Cruces, NM USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover) I have used this book time and time again. I had this text in massage school directly after its publication, and I am glad I did. I use it continually in my practice. It has been a useful resource for myself and clients for understanding pathologies. Its recommendations are conservative, of course, for liability purposes. Pathologies are explained in a concise, easy to understand manner. It is the first resource I consult when confronted with questions of conditions and pathologies. I consider it a must for any licensed massage therapist, especially those who work in clinical massage therapy. 19 of 19 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must-Have" for massage therapists!, April 6, 2000 By A Customer This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover) What a great resource- well organized, comprehensive, easy to use, and easy to understand. Detailed coverage of every disease and patholgy I ever hope NOT to see come across my table! Incredible photos are a wonderful visual aid to go along with the detailed explanations of signs and symptoms. Especially helpful are the reference charts at the back of the book, with enough information to help you make a quick yet informed decision about contraindications for massage. As a massage therapy student halfway through my program, I think this should be a required text!		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful I just finished massage school and use this book pretty regularly since I don't have all the patholigies memorized. Read more Published 1 month ago by ShoeGirl 2C 5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Volume! This book was part of my massage school curriculum and is FULL of useful information. I keep this in my office at work so that I can reference it when clients present pathologies... Read more Published 2 months ago by Tina Denali 4.0 out of 5 stars A good start... As a massage therapy student and the partner of a physician, I have unique opportunity to run a lot of topics discussed in this book past a knowledgeable source. Read more Published 2 months ago by Ryan Jones 5.0 out of 5 stars Pathology Greatest book ever put together and I recommended to persons to have at home for reference Published 6 months ago by Leroy Tatman 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!! This is the text being used in one of my therapeutic massage classes. It is clearly written with great examples. The included DVD is also wonderful! Published 10 months ago by ddm 5.0 out of 5 stars Good condition This item came when it was supposed to if not early. It was in excellent condition no bend corners no folded pages everything was great. Published 10 months ago by Nathan A. Hawkins 5.0 out of 5 stars Pathology Book I began learning Pathology in Ruth Werner's 1st edition book in massage therapy school. I just attended her continuing education class in Louisiana and can truly say that this... Read more Published 13 months ago by C. K. 5.0 out of 5 stars Pathology Good book to prepare for exam, you would be ready to answer any pathology question Published 13 months ago by Svetlana Shubina 4.0 out of 5 stars A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology Purchased for one of my massage students. Delivered in great shape and very quickly. Thanks Published 13 months ago by Victoria T. Marell 5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Source This book has been exceptionally helpful to me as a massage student, and I expect to use this book often in my practise. Read more Published 14 months ago by Rosalie J. Young Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 740 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Fourth Edition edition (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0781769191
• ISBN-13: 978-0781769198
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,786 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #1 in	Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Massage > Therapy
  #22 in	Books > Health, Mind & Body > Alternative Medicine > Acupuncture & Acupressure
  #33 in	Books > Professional & Technical > Medical > Allied Health Professions > Physical Therapy

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reference for Massage Therapists & Bodyworkers, April 11, 2000

By	A. Haidet (Buckeye Country) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover)

I just wish I would've had this book while I was in school! This is a VERY well organized book of pathology. It details the indications and contraindications very well, and even has some color photos of various pathologies toward the front to help you identify them. A must for a student, and a should have for a Massage Therapist in practice. You won't regret this purchase if have to study for the National or State Exams. A wonderful, helpful tool!

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for clinical massage therapy, April 18, 2001

By	Christine C. Bogart (Las Cruces, NM USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover)

I have used this book time and time again. I had this text in massage school directly after its publication, and I am glad I did. I use it continually in my practice. It has been a useful resource for myself and clients for understanding pathologies. Its recommendations are conservative, of course, for liability purposes. Pathologies are explained in a concise, easy to understand manner. It is the first resource I consult when confronted with questions of conditions and pathologies. I consider it a must for any licensed massage therapist, especially those who work in clinical massage therapy.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must-Have" for massage therapists!, April 6, 2000

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This review is from: A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (Hardcover)

What a great resource- well organized, comprehensive, easy to use, and easy to understand. Detailed coverage of every disease and patholgy I ever hope NOT to see come across my table! Incredible photos are a wonderful visual aid to go along with the detailed explanations of signs and symptoms. Especially helpful are the reference charts at the back of the book, with enough information to help you make a quick yet informed decision about contraindications for massage. As a massage therapy student halfway through my program, I think this should be a required text!