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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


By The Early 1800s, The Term Massage Was Used By Most European-Based Cultures. Historically,
Massage Was Referred To By Its Techniques Such As Friction Or Rubbing.
4. The First Written Records Of Massage Date Back To 3000 Bce In Which Country?
A. India

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