Mosbys Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage , 6th Edition

Mosbys Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage , 6th Edition

thanks Sandy Fritz

A strong base in the fundamentals is the key to success in massage therapy !

You can develop the abilities you need with the aid of Mosby’s Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage , 6th Edition . These skills range from problem-solving and treatment planning to mastering massage and complementary bodywork . Case studies help subjects come to life and professional standards cover matters like ethics , legal concerns and best business practices .

On an Evolve companion website , “how-to” videos show various manipulation techniques , body mechanics , positioning and draping and other things . This manual from massage therapy expert Sandy Fritz is the one to read if you want to excel in practice and get certified . New research findings are presented in the chapter on research literacy and evidence-based practice , which also explains how research is conducted and how to read and comprehend it .

• Comprehensive coverage covers all of the foundational elements of therapeutic massage , such as massage techniques , tools and supplies , hygiene , working with special populations and business considerations . It also equips you with the knowledge necessary to succeed on the National Certification Exam (NCE) , the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCETMB) and the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) .

• Sandy Fritz , author of Evolve, narrates and performs all of the more than four hours of video content on the platform , which also includes a practice management software demonstration .

• Case studies , which give you practice using clinical reasoning and equip you to handle frequent situations seen in professional practice, are the focus of an entire chapter .

• Body area-specific massage treatments are illustrated in detail in full-color images .

• With matching tasks , fill-in-the-blank questions , drawing exercises and critical thinking questions , a workbook or textbook style makes it easier to study and review material .

• Coverage of body mechanics enables you to design an atmosphere for massage that is ergonomically effective and to choose the right level of pressure , drag and duration while using massage techniques .

• A chapter on spas examines the spa industry as a potential career path for massage therapists and outlines the massage therapy treatments provided at spas .

• The chapter on Adaptive Massage discusses how to cater to the needs of various demographics , including those of newborns and pregnant women , hospice patients, and those with physical disabilities .

• Example boxes illustrate practical examples to help explain particular ideas .

• Coverage of several charting techniques , such as SOAP and computer charting with simulation on Evolve , aids in the development of record-keeping and documentation abilities . The Foot in the Door boxes describe the qualifications that potential employers look for in professionals .

• Chapter summaries , learning objectives , summaries , important terminology , real-world applications and workbook sections are examples of instructional aspects .

• Comprehensive HIPAA coverage details HIPAA regulations and training as well as how to keep documents in a HIPAA-compliant manner .

• NEW ELAP-compliant content makes sure that your knowledge of massage therapy and your skills align with the project’s guidelines .

• NEW Focus on Professionalism boxes provide an overview of the most important ethical guidelines and industry best practices .

• NEW Mentoring Tips offer helpful advice on being a massage therapy practitioner and on essential subjects .

• The book’s NEW Learn More on the Web boxes and the Evolve companion website’s online reading and research opportunities .

• Evolve’s NEW Quick Content Review in Question Form emphasizes the important concepts from each chapter and sharpens critical thinking abilities .

• Content that has been updated brings you up to date on the knowledge required to pass your examinations and perform well in practice .

Mosbys Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage , 6th Edition

See also : Clinical Guide to Positional Release Therapy