Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique

Description

Fully updated and revised Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders. Recent research into the physiological effects of massage has strengthened the justification for its use in the treatment of soft-tissue pain and injury conditions. Orthopedic soft-tissue problems are common among the general population, whether from sports, occupational activities, or chronic pain. This text presents a comprehensive and in-depth look at the physiological nature of these conditions and the massage treatments most.;Front Cover; Orthopedic Massage; Copyright Page; Contents; Foreword for Orthopedic Massage: Theory & Technique; Reference; Preface to the First Edition; Preface to the Second Edition; Acknowledgments; Section 1: General Principles; Chapter 1: Introduction to Orthopedic Massage; Musculoskeletal Disorders and Massage; What is Orthopedic Massage?; The Four Primary Components of Orthopedic Massage; Practitioner Care; References; Chapter 2: Understanding Soft-Tissue Injuries; Muscle; Tendon; Ligament; Joint Capsule; Fascia; Nerve; Cartilage; References.