A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (LWW Massage Therapy and Bodywork Educational Series)
by Ruth Werner LMP NCTMB
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Review & Description
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.
This edition includes Modality Recommendation Charts offering specific advice about modalities to pursue or avoid in various circumstances. The book has been reorganized to include an introductory chapter on fundamental concepts and a concluding chapter on cancer. New topics covered include myeloma, sickle cell disease, and autism spectrum disorders.
A bound-in CD-ROM includes animations, video clips, interactive flashcards, quiz questions, an audio glossary, and printable client history forms.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #20775 in Books
- Published on: 2008-01-18
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 1.57" h x 8.51" w x 11.22" l, 4.74 pounds
- Binding: Hardcover
- 772 pages
