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StepbyStep Massage Therapy Protocols for Common Conditions (LWW Massage Therapy and Bodywork Educational Series),Used
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Discover how to use your knowledge of massage to support clients with specific medical conditions! StepbyStep Massage Therapy Protocols for Common Conditions is intended to give massage therapy students and practitioners the knowledge and confidence to work safely with clients who have medical conditions. Relying on her many years of massage experience, Charlotte Michael Versagi outlines the skills needed to assess wisely, think critically, and use techniques already learned and practiced in massage school to work with these clients. The text provides practical, thorough protocols to help therapists support their clients while steering them away from doing any harm.This text prepares the student in a massage program, or the therapist already practicing, to become an effective member of a clients healthcare team. The book is designed so that the therapist can quickly understand the basics of the condition, the most common strategies for medical treatment, and how to relieve pain and help the client deal with the condition.The books easytonavigate organization helps create an effective learning experience, presenting the foundation for protocols in chapters 15, and then turning to specific conditions (arranged alphabetically) in chapters 644. Each condition chapter presents a comprehensive yet succint explanation of the conditionwhat causes it, how it develops, how it is treated, and how the massage therapist can assess the condition's effect on the client. The central feature of each of these chapters is the Massage Therapy Protocol, which presents in tabular form a suggested protocol for supporting healing with massage therapy.Special Features Help You Successfully Implement the Massage ProtocolsPathophysiology helps readers understand the nature and progression of the medical condition. Thinking It Through offers a set of questions for the massage therapist to consider before working with the client.Massage Therapy Assessment guides therapists in evaluating a clients condition for the purpose of designing and implementing an effective massage therapy program.Therapeutic Goals help readers determine what isand is nota goal of massage therapy when working with a client who has a medical condition.Contraindications and Cautions alert readers when particular massage techniques may be harmful or medical intervention may be necessary.Review Questions assess understanding of the medical condition and its treatment.Bonus Online Resources!The companion website located on thePoint offers a fully searchable online version of the book as well as a sample client homework sheet, sample SOAP notes, and Dermatome map.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics does 'Step-by-Step Massage Therapy Protocols for Common Conditions' cover? A: The book covers various medical conditions and provides detailed massage therapy protocols for each. It includes pathophysiology, assessment techniques, therapeutic goals, contraindications, and cautions for safe practice.
- Q: Who is the author of this massage therapy book? A: The author is Charlotte Michael Versagi, a licensed massage therapist and nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in massage therapy? A: Yes, this book is designed for both students and practicing massage therapists, making it accessible for beginners while providing detailed protocols for experienced practitioners.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format and has 352 pages, making it a comprehensive guide for massage therapy protocols.
- Q: Are there any online resources included with the book? A: Yes, the book includes a companion website that offers a fully searchable online version, along with sample client homework sheets, SOAP notes, and a dermatome map.
- Q: What type of conditions does this book address? A: The book addresses a wide range of medical conditions, presenting protocols in alphabetical order for easy navigation.
- Q: Does the book provide assessment techniques for massage therapists? A: Yes, it includes guidance on how to assess a client's condition to design and implement an effective massage therapy program.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 16, 2011.
- Q: What are the unique features of this massage therapy guide? A: Unique features include sections on pathophysiology, assessment guidance, therapeutic goals, contraindications, and review questions to enhance understanding.
- Q: Is the book in good condition if purchased used? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still usable for educational purposes.