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Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice
Author: by Susan G. Salvo




8th Edition

,TABLE OF CONTENT

UNIT ONE FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE, COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE METHODS, AND BUSINESS

PRACTICES

1. History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and

Associations

2. The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries

3. Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage

Environment

4. Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care

5. Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy

6. Massage Therapy Research

7. Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping

8. Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications

9. Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and

Emergency Preparedness

10. Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed

Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals

11. Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging

Adults, and Those With Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments

12. Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures

13. Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice

14. Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical Application

Methods

,15. Seated Massage: Principles and Practice

16. Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles

17. Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and Planning

UNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY

18. Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass

19. Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries

20. Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries

21. Kinesiology

22. Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries

23. Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries

24. Endocrine System and Pathologies

25. Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders

26. Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders

27. Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions

28. Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders

29. Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders

30. Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders

, Chapter 01: History Of Massage: Prehistoric Times To The Modern
Era And Professional Societies, Organizations, And Associations.

Multiple Choice

1. Which Method Is Defined As Manipulation Of Soft Tissue Using Pressure And
Traction For Clinical, Therapeutic, And Palliative Purposes?

A. Acupuncture

B. Ayurveda

C. Polarity Therapy

D. Massage Therapy

Correct answer: D

Massage Therapy The Manipulation Of Soft Tissue Using Compression And
Decompression/Traction For Clinical, Therapeutic, And Palliative Purposes Or For Wellness
And Self-Care Purposes.

2. Which Origin For The Word Massage Is Greek?

A. Mashesh

B. Masso

C. Masser

D. Makeh

Correct answer: B

The Origin Of The Word Massage Is Unclear, But Can Be Traced To Numerous Sources: The
Hebrew Mashesh, The Greek Masso And Massin, The Latin Massa, The Arabic Mass’h, The
Sanskrit Makeh, And The French Masser.

3. When Was The Earliest The Term Massage Was Used By Most European-Based Cultures?

A. 1600s

B. 1700s

C. 1800s

D. 1900s

Correct answer: C

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