Massage for Therapists

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 164 pages
• Published by: Wiley-Blackwell
• Edition: 2nd Edition August 15, 1998
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0632047887
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0632047888
• Book Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.3 x 0.4 inches
• Weighs: 13.6 ounces

Product Description
With more time constraints during their studies, physiotherapy students need to make the most of their practical sessions in order to develop their massage skills. Massage for Therapists is an essential text specifically written for physiotherapists on massage and is highly recommended by physiotherapy teachers. The new edition of Massage for Therapists has been revised and updated throughout and includes new illustrations and photographs. The book has been expanded to include new chapters on Sports Injuries, Scientific Effects of Massage and Aromatherapy, with contributions from experts in physiotherapy including a member of the Olympic Sports Committee. Introducing a new format and page design, the large number of illustrations showing techniques of massage are clearly supported by a full explanation of the therapeutic application involved.

Back Cover Copy
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.