Principles and Practices of Therapeutic Massage.Sinha AG. New Delhi New Delhi (dĕl`ē), city (1991 pop. 294,149), capital of India and of Delhi state, N central India, on the right bank of the Yamuna River. 110 002 India, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Ltd, 2001, paperback, 176 pp, illus, ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m : 81-7179-863-2, $5. The purpose of this book, as stated in the preface, is to present "principles, techniques and clinical uses of massage" in one volume. The book is divided into 11 chapters. Each chapter can be read alone, making the book very accessible and practical for use in school or in the clinic. The chapter on physiological effects is a systematic presentation of the effects of massage on systems of the body, including the circulatory, nervous, and motor systems, with good, up-to-date references to support the information. The chapter on the therapeutic uses of massage lists specific therapeutic goals. The chapter on technique describes the techniques of classical or Swedish massage Swed·ish massage n. A system of therapeutic massage and exercise for the muscles and joints, developed in Sweden in the 19th century. in some detail. For each technique, physiological effects and therapeutic uses are listed, along with specific instructions for performing it. Photographs are used extensively to illustrate the techniques. This information is clear and specific and could be used by practitioners who are just beginning their study of massage. The chapter on sports massage sports massage Sports medicine A Western massage that addresses specific needs of athletes Components Swedish massage, cross-fiber friction massage, deep compression massage, trigger point therapy Timing During training, before or after events, to enhance presents information that might be of particular interest to more experienced practitioners. The rationale for the use of massage in athletics is systematically outlined, with references to support the information. Specific techniques are suggested for various phases of sports participation. Connective tissue massage, stripping massage, acupressure acupressure or shiatsu Alternative-medicine practice in which pressure is applied to points on the body aligned along 12 main meridians (pathways), usually for a short time, to improve the flow of vital force (qi). , rolfing, and several other techniques are briefly described in the chapter titled "New Systems of Massage." This information is very brief and general, and the book is not intended to instruct the reader in the use of these techniques. This book would be most useful for physical therapist students. The information is well organized and practical and covers all the essentials of classical massage. For the experienced practitioner, the references would be very helpful for those looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. information on research on the physiological effects and clinical uses of massage. Catherine Walls, PT, OCS Mount Auburn Physical Therapy Associates Arlington, Mass Ms Walls is a physical therapist specializing in the treatment of orthopedic disorders. She is also an instructor at the Lasell College History The college was founded in 1851 as the Auburndale Female Seminary, a two-year college for women. During the college's first semester, founder Edward Lasell died of typhoid fever and the school was renamed Lasell Female Seminary. Physical Therapist Assistant Program where she teaches kinesiology kinesiology Study of the mechanics and anatomy of human movement and their roles in promoting health and reducing disease. Kinesiology has direct applications to fitness and health, including developing exercise programs for people with and without disabilities, preserving and orthopedics. |
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