Theory & Practice Of Therapeutic Massage

by Beck, Mark F.

• ISBN13: 9781401880293
• ISBN10: 1401880290
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-12-22
• Publisher: Milady

Summary

Comprehensive, engaging, and easy to read, this exciting new edition continues to set itself apart as the original and classic introductory massage text. Now in gorgeous full color, filled with hundreds of photos of procedures and techniques Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage, Fourth Edition, truly is the book to have. This highly respected, best-seller covers everything from the history of massage to massage modalities to practical information on how to have a successful, fulfilling career in massage. It provides readers with a solid understanding of the body and its functions, including a thorough but uncomplicated chapter on anatomy and physiology. Readers will learn massage techniques and therapeutic skills, including sports massage, prenatal massage, medical massage, hydrotherapy, lymph massage, massage in a spa setting and much more. Thoughtfully revised, this is the foundational book for the study of massage therapy.

Table of Contents

Preface	xiii
Acknowledgments	xxiii
About the Author	xxv
Contributors & Reviewers	xxvi
How to Use Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage, 4th edition	xxviii
PART I The History and Advancement of Therapeutic Massage
Historical Overview of Massage	3	(18)
Massage in Ancient Times	4	(5)
The Development of Modern Massage Techniques	9	(2)
The Decline of Massage in the Twentieth Century	11	(1)
Contemporary Developments in Massage	11	(1)
A Massage Renaissance in the United States	12	(4)
Massage Systems	16	(5)
Requirements for the Practice of Therapeutic Massage	21	(10)
Scope of Practice	21	(5)
Licenses: They Are the Law	26	(1)
Educational Requirements	27	(1)
Health Requirements for Practitioners	28	(1)
Reasons License May Be Revoked, Suspended, or Canceled	28	(1)
Certification versus License	28	(3)
Professional Ethics for Massage Practitioners	31	(28)
Boundaries	34	(4)
The Therapeutic Relationship	38	(6)
Ethical Touch	44	(6)
Ethical Business Practices	50	(3)
Communication Skills	53	(1)
Building a Professional Image	54	(1)
Your Business Name	55	(4)
PART II Human Anatomy and Physiology
Overview	59	(12)
Definition of Anatomy and Physiology	59	(1)
Relationship of Anatomy and Physiology to Massage and Bodywork	60	(1)
Physiological Changes During Disease	61	(2)
The Role of Therapeutic Massage in Stress, Pain, and the Pain-Spasm-Pain Cycle	63	(1)
Healing Mechanisms of the Body	64	(1)
The Wellness Model	65	(1)
Medical and Anatomical Terminology	66	(5)
Human Anatomy and Physiology	71	(222)
Levels of Complexity of Living Matter	73	(1)
Cells	73	(6)
Enzymes	79	(1)
Tissues	79	(8)
The Anatomical Position of the Body	87	(1)
Anatomical Terms and Meanings	88	(1)
Body Cavities and Organs	89	(1)
The Regions of the Human Body	90	(1)
The Structure of the Human Body	91	(5)
System One: The Integumentary System---The Skin	96	(15)
System Two: The Skeletal System	111	(3)
The Skeleton as a Whole	114	(17)
System Three: The Muscular System	131	(69)
System Four: The Circulatory System	200	(19)
The Lymph-Vascular System	219	(5)
Immune System	224	(10)
System Five: The Nervous System	234	(27)
System Six: The Endocrine System	261	(8)
System Seven: The Respiratory System	269	(5)
System Eight: The Digestive System	274	(5)
System Nine: The Excretory System	279	(4)
System Ten: The Human Reproductive System	283	(10)
PART III Massage Practice
Effects, Benefits, Indications, and Contraindications of Massage	293	(40)
Effects and Benefits of Massage	294	(8)
Conditions Generally Relieved by Massage	302	(1)
Contraindications for Massage	302	(8)
Massage During Pregnancy	310	(2)
Massage for the Critically Ill	312	(1)
Precautions for Working with HIV-Infected Individuals	313	(4)
Massaging People with Cancer	317	(14)
Endangerment Sites	331	(2)
Equipment and Products	333	(14)
Your Place of Business	334	(2)
The Massage Room	336	(11)
Sanitary and Safety Practices	347	(16)
Paths of Disease and Infection	348	(4)
Maintaining Sanitary Conditions	352	(5)
Summary of Precautions	357	(1)
Safety Practices and Procedures for Massage Therapists	358	(5)
The Consultation	363	(16)
Making the First Appointment	364	(1)
The Consultation	364	(2)
Explain Procedures and State Policies	366	(2)
Determining the Client's Needs and Expectations	368	(1)
Intake and Medical History Forms	368	(2)
Body Diagrams	370	(1)
Preliminary Assessment	371	(1)
Develop a Treatment Plan	371	(1)
Informed Consent	372	(1)
Client Files	373	(1)
SOAP Charting	373	(3)
Updating Records	376	(3)
Classification of Massage Movements	379	(34)
Understanding Massage Movements	381	(1)
Description of the Basic Massage Movements	381	(1)
Application of Massage Strokes	382	(20)
Percussion Movements	402	(2)
Joint Movements	404	(6)
Rhythm and Pressure in Massage	410	(3)
Application of Massage Technique	413	(16)
Building Strength and Flexibility of the Hands	414	(3)
Body Mechanics	417	(2)
Posture and Stances	419	(2)
Exercises for Strength, Balance, and Body Control	421	(6)
Professional Rules to Remember	427	(2)
Procedures for Complete Body Massages	429	(88)
Preparing the Client for the Massage	430	(1)
Assisting the Client on and off the Table	430	(1)
Positioning the Client on the Massage Table	431	(3)
Draping Procedures	434	(1)
Methods of Draping	435	(11)
Contact with the Client and Quality of Touch	446	(1)
Maintaining Contact with the Client	447	(4)
Procedure for a General Body Massage	451	(16)
Procedure for Professional Body Massage	467	(50)
Therapeutic Procedure	517	(38)
Client Intake for Therapeutic Massage	519	(1)
Assessment Techniques	520	(6)
Observation	526	(6)
Soft Tissue Barriers	532	(2)
Palpation Skills	534	(4)
Acute and Chronic Conditions	538	(2)
Use Assessment Information to Plan Sessions	540	(2)
Performance	542	(2)
Massage Techniques to Address Soft Tissue Dysfunction	544	(8)
Review Outcome in Relation to Intent of Session	552	(3)
Hydrotherapy	555	(20)
The Use of Electrical Modalities	555	(1)
The Use and Effects of Heat and Cold Applications	556	(1)
Application of Heat	557	(2)
Cryotherapy	559	(1)
Application of Cold	560	(4)
Contrast Heat and Cold	564	(1)
Hydrotherapy	565	(5)
Whirlpool Bath	570	(1)
Relaxing Neutral Tub Bath	571	(1)
Russian Bath	572	(3)
Massage in the Spa Setting, by Steve Capellini	575	(66)
A Brief History of Spa	577	(8)
Massage in the Spa Industry---Forming Realistic Expectations	585	(1)
Massage Practice in the Spa Setting	586	(5)
Spa Massage	591	(4)
Stone Massage	595	(3)
Spa Modalities	598	(4)
Aromatherapy	602	(4)
Body Wraps	606	(10)
Exfoliation	616	(11)
Spa Company Policies and Philosophy	627	(1)
Specialized Spa Equipment	628	(1)
Customer Service	628	(5)
Employment Opportunities in the Spa Industry	633	(3)
Advancing Your Spa Career	636	(3)
Conclusion	639	(2)
Athletic/Sports Massage	641	(36)
Purpose of Athletic Massage	642	(8)
Applications for Athletic Massage	650	(12)
Contraindications	662	(1)
General Problem Areas and Suggested Massage	662	(7)
General Procedure for Pre- or Post-Event Massage	669	(8)
Massage in Medicine	677	(32)
Massage in Medicine Throughout History	677	(2)
Alternative and Complementary Medicine	679	(4)
Chiropractic and Massage	683	(1)
Integrative Medicine	684	(3)
Hospital-Based Massage	687	(2)
Massage as a Therapeutic Aid in Nursing Practice	689	(2)
Massage as Medicine	691	(2)
Insurance Reimbursement for Massage	693	(12)
Summary	705	(4)
Other Therapeutic Modalities	709	(78)
Prenatal Massage	710	(3)
Lymph Massage	713	(10)
Procedure for a Lymph Massage	723	(12)
Craniosacral Therapy	735	(2)
Deep Tissue Massage	737	(1)
Neurophysiological Therapies	738	(1)
Trigger-Point Therapy	739	(8)
Neuromuscular Therapy	747	(3)
Muscle Energy Technique	750	(9)
Passive Positioning Techniques	759	(4)
Incorporating Positional Release Techniques in the Massage Practice	763	(4)
Energetic Manipulation	767	(4)
Organ Meridians---Yin and Yang	771	(6)
Stress Therapy and Relaxation Massage	777	(2)
Chair Massage	779	(3)
Other Somatic Therapies	782	(5)
PART IV Massage Business Administration
Business Practices	787	(42)
Attitude/Self-Image/Public Image	788	(1)
Business Planning	789	(1)
Beginning in Business	790	(3)
Types of Business Operations	793	(2)
Start-Up Costs and Needs	795	(1)
Business Location	796	(1)
Buying an Established Business	797	(1)
Licenses and Permits	797	(1)
Protecting Your Business	798	(1)
Planning the Physical Layout of a Business	799	(2)
Office Management	801	(1)
Business Ethics for the Massage Practitioner	801	(1)
Setting Your Fees	802	(1)
Your Business Telephone	803	(1)
Basics of Bookkeeping	804	(15)
Marketing	819	(5)
Business Law	824	(1)
Hiring Employees	825	(1)
Checklist	826	(3)
Bibliography	829	(4)
Appendix I: Basic Pharmacology for Massage Therapists, by Faye N. Schenkman	833	(64)
Appendix II: Answers to Questions for Discussion and Review	897	(30)
Glossary	927	(20)
Index	947