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The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries \n\u003cbr\u003e3. Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage Environment \n\u003cbr\u003e4. Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care \n\u003cbr\u003e5. Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy \n\u003cbr\u003e6. Massage Therapy Research \n\u003cbr\u003e7. Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping \n\u003cbr\u003e8. Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications \n\u003cbr\u003e9. Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness \n\u003cbr\u003e10. Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals \n\u003cbr\u003e11. Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those With Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments \n\u003cbr\u003e12. Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures \n\u003cbr\u003e13. Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice \n\u003cbr\u003e14. Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical Application Methods \n\u003cbr\u003e15. Seated Massage: Principles and Practice \n\u003cbr\u003e16. Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles \n\u003cbr\u003e17. Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and Planning \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e18. Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass \n\u003cbr\u003e19. Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries \n\u003cbr\u003e20. Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries \n\u003cbr\u003e21. Kinesiology \n\u003cbr\u003e22. Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries \n\u003cbr\u003e23. Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries \n\u003cbr\u003e24. Endocrine System and Pathologies \n\u003cbr\u003e25. Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders \n\u003cbr\u003e26. Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders \n\u003cbr\u003e27. Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions \n\u003cbr\u003e28. Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders \n\u003cbr\u003e29. Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders \n\u003cbr\u003e30. Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrust this approachable, all-in-one text to help you master the essential principles of massage therapy! Covering massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, \u003cb\u003eMassage Therapy: Principles and Practice, 7\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Edition \u003c\/b\u003eprepares you for success in class, on exams, and in practice settings. This user-friendly text includes more than 700 images, expanded information on the latest protocols, critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter, and updated pathologies which reflect what you will encounter in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSimple, straightforward coverage\u003c\/b\u003e is written in a clear, approachable manner to strengthen student comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUNIQUE! Combined anatomy and physiology and fundamentals material\u003c\/b\u003e make this a streamlined solution - one book to buy, one book to carry, one complete resource to reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCertification Practice Exam\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e mimics the major certification exams and provides excellent practice for board review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCritical thinking questions\u003c\/b\u003e at the end of the chapters help students develop clinical reasoning skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRobust art program\u003c\/b\u003e enhances understanding and comprehension of each topic presented through a mixture of high-quality illustrations and clinical photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUpdated\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHydrotherapy and Spa\u003c\/i\u003e chapter \u003c\/b\u003efeatures the latest procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eExpanded sports massage section\u003c\/b\u003e in the \u003ci\u003eClinical Massage\u003c\/i\u003e chapter offers additional information on this growing practice area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eRevised artwork in the \u003ci\u003eKinesiology\u003c\/i\u003e chapter\u003c\/b\u003e clearly illustrates key concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eSalvo, Susan G\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSusan G. Salvo is a massage therapist with more than 30 years of experience. As an author, Susan has written best-selling massage textbooks and created online courses and instructional videos. She has a master's degree in Educational Leadership and Instructional Technology and is enthusiastic about bringing 21st century resources into the classroom. She has also participated within the professional MT community, notably as a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge (MTBOK) Project. In 2011, Susan was named Teacher of the Year during the World Massage Therapy Festival. 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