Theory & Practice of Therapeutic Massage, 4th Ed. Hardcover

This text is known for being comprehensive and readable. Often used as the main text for programs that are about 500 hours, it covers all the key topics for individuals entering the profession with appropriate balance and depth.

This book is known for being the text that can bring all these student dynamics together under the umbrella of a very readable, approachable text. Students like the fact that the often daunting area of A & P and other clinically challenging learning objectives are made approachable through a unique body system approach to the content.

With revised and updated content, a completely new, vibrant design, and the replacement of most line drawings with photos, this new fantastic edition is a cornerstone text for any massage therapy program. Features:

  • Comprehensive text with a strong foundation in Classical Western massage.
  • Written in a manner that is easy to read and comprehend.
  • Expanded sections of Ethics, Therapeutic Procedures, Spa Massage and Massage in Medicine. Includes important information on Business Practice invaluable to professional success in therapeutic massage.

    Each chapter concludes with Questions for Discussion and Review, with the corresponding answers in the back of the book, to support independent learning

    Content revisions include a significantly revised design, art, and photo program.

    New chapter on “Therapeutic Massage Procedure” to include assessment techniques and suggested treatment protocols, as well as some specific techniques.

    Other updates include expanded content on massage in a medical setting, chair massage, prenatal massage, lymph massage, ethics of massage, and updated business practices.

    New chapter on Therapeutic Massage in Spa Settings

    Price: $ 85.95