THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO CLINICAL MASSAGE

A practical guide to a burgeoning specialist area for fitness professionals and physiotherapists. A comprehensive guide to clinical massage techniques tackled in Chris Norris’s clear and accessible style. Packed with photographs and clear descriptions. The e-book version also contains video clips showing the massage techniques in action. From the tools of the trade to how to use techniques most effectively on patients, this is a must-have guide for all trainee and practicing masseuses, physiotherapists, sports therapists, and fitness professionals. Table of contents Contents Acknowledgements Introduction 1 Massage in perspective 2 Clinical massage preparation 3 Traditional massage techniques 4 Specialist massage techniques 5 Planning the treatment session 6 Lower limb techniques 7 Trunk techniques 8 Chest and abdomen techniques 9 Upper limb techniques 10 Clinical massage research Glossary Further reading Index.