Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice

Salvo EdD LMT BCTMB, Susan G.

ISBN 10: 0721674194 / ISBN 13: 9780721674193

Published by Saunders, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice
• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0721674194
• ISBN 13: 9780721674193
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

About this title

Synopsis

An experienced therapist and massage school instructor provides a broad, yet in-depth examination of the field*from the anatomical sciences to principles and practice. Over 575 illustrations enhance the descriptions of anatomy and physiology, and demonstrate the direction of hand movement during various massage techniques. Also covers all aspects of professionalism, client interaction, and running a practice.

About the Author

Dr. Susan Salvo has a diverse career in massage and academia spanning over 40 years. Susan is well-known as a thought leader and pioneer in evidence-informed practice, has written two widely-used textbooks, and presents at professional conferences around the world. She also reviews case reports for the Massage Therapy Foundation and was a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge project and the Council of State Governments Interstate Compact. Susan’s writings, teachings, and research efforts focus on advancing the fields of massage, complementary and integrative health care, and higher education.

Affiliations and expertise:

Adjunct Professor, Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy, USA

Adjunct Professor: Unitech Training Academy, USA

Adjunct Professor: Northeast College of Health Sciences, USA

Adjunct Professor: New Mexico School of Massage, USA