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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsUNIT ONE FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE, COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE METHODS, AND BUSINESS PRACTICES 1 History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations 2 The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries 3 Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage Environment 4 Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care 5 Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy 6 Massage Therapy Research 7 Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping 8 Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications 9 Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness 10 Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals 11 Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those With Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments 12 Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures 13 Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice 14 Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical Application Methods 15 Seated Massage: Principles and Practice 16 Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles 17 Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and Planning UNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY 18 Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass 19 Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries 20 Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries 21 Kinesiology 22 Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries 23 Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries 24 Endocrine System and Pathologies 25 Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders 26 Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders 27 Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions 28 Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders 29 Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders 30 Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders Glossary Biography Index Index
