Test Bank for Tappans Handbook of Massage Therapy 6th Edition by Benjamin
Product details:
- ISBN-10 : 0134082699
- ISBN-13 : 978-0134082691
- Author: Patricia J. Benjamin, Frances M. Tappan
Prepare massage therapists for success with a next-generation learning tool
Successful massage therapists excel at blending the art and science of the profession. Tappan’s Handbook of Massage Therapy: Blending Art and Science is a learning tool for a new generation, but it results from years of experience, wisdom, and research on the part of the author and contributing therapists. This pioneering book in massage therapy provides the foundation, guidance, and the know-how that students need to master the essential task of blending art with science.
The new Sixth Edition is an all-inclusive text for massage therapy students that moves beyond technique to encompass expanded foundational learning and professional and personal development, massage techniques, and career and practice development. With its logical format and compelling visuals, students will gain practical knowledge of the techniques and skills they need to become outstanding massage therapists.
Table of contents:
- PART 1 FOUNDATIONS FOR MASSAGE THERAPY PROFESSIONALS
- Massage Therapy Profession
- History of Massage as a Vocation
- Professional and Personal Development
- Physical Skills, Fitness, and Self-Care for the Massage Therapist
- Ethics and the Therapeutic Relationship
- PART 2 FOUNDATIONS OF PLANNING AND GIVING MASSAGE SESSIONS
- Effects of Massage and Research Literacy
- Clinical Applications of Massage
- Endangerment Sites, Contraindications, Cautions
- Medical Terminology, Goal-Oriented Planning, Documentation
- Hygiene, Equipment, Environment
- Body Mechanics, Table Skills, General Guidelines
- PART 3 TAPPAN’S GUIDE TO HEALING MASSAGE
- Swedish Massage Techniques
- Joint Movements
- Full-Body Swedish Massage
- Regional Massage Applications–Upper Body
- Regional Massage Applications–Lower Body
- Hydrotherapy and Temperature Therapies
- PART 4 TAPPAN’S GUIDE TO SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
- Special Populations and Adaptations
- Spa Treatments
- Seated Massage
- PART 5 TAPPAN’S GUIDE TO CONTEMPORARY MASSAGE AND BODYWORK
- Myofascial Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Lymphatic Facilitation
- Reflexology
- Energy-Based Bodywork
- PART 6 FOUNDATIONS OF CAREER AND PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
- Career Plans and Employment
- Private Practice and Finances
- Business Ethics
- APPENDICES
- Appendix A Organizations and Publications
- Appendix B Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Massage Therapists
- Appendix C Goal-Oriented Planning
- Appendix D Performance Evaluation Forms
- Appendix E Intake, Health History, Note Forms
- Appendix F References and Additional Resources
- INTERACTIVE GLOSSARY
INDEX
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