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Mosby's Essential Sciences for Therapeutic Massage (7th Ed.)
Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, and Pathology
Authors: Fritz Sandy, Fritz Luke Allen
Language: EnglishSubject for Mosby's Essential Sciences for Therapeutic Massage:
Keywords
Sandy Fritz, Luke Allen Fritz, Mosby's Essential Sciences for the Therapeutic Massage, <, b>, <, /b>, anatomy for massage, physiology for massage, massage biomechanics, kinesiology for massage, pathology for massage, Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, MBLEx, Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, BCTMB, Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge, MTBOK, indications/contraindications for massage therapy, companion to Mosby&rsquo, s Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage
768 p. · 21.4x27.6 cm · Paperback
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- Updated and streamlined MBLEx preparation questions at the end of each chapter, with additional questions available on the companion Evolve website, prepare you for licensure.
- Updated pathologies reflect what you will see in the field as a practitioner.
- Focus on essential content helps you study for and pass licensing and certification exams, including the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) and Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB).
- Comprehensive coverage of biomechanics includes gait assessment and muscle testing activities, along with critical thinking questions and end-of-chapter case studies.
- Vibrant art program features more than 660 line drawings and photos showing muscle locations, attachments, and actions - required knowledge for passing certification exams and for practicing massage therapy.
- Sections on pathologic conditions include suggestions for referral protocols, as well as indications and contraindications for therapeutic massage.
1. The Body as a Whole
2. Mechanisms of Health and Disease
3. Terminology: Scientific, Medical, Social, and Cultural Communications
Section II: Systems of Control
4. Nervous System Basics and the Central Nervous System
5. Peripheral Nervous System
6. Endocrine System
Section III: Kinesiology and Biomechanics
7. Skeletal System
8. Joints
9. Muscles
10. Biomechanics Basics
Section IV: Remaining Body Systems
11. Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
12. Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive Systems
Glossary
Luke Allen Fritz, LMT is co-owner of and instructor at the Health Enrichment Center, Inc., School of Therapeutic Massage where he also received his degree in Massage Therapy. Luke also provides professional sports massage and rehabilitation.
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