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Abstract
Covering massage fundamentals, techniques, and anatomy and physiology, Susan Salvo’s Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice, 5th Edition brings a whole new meaning to the word ‘comprehensive.’ This student-friendly text boasts more than 700 illustrations and expanded sections on  neuroscience, research, and special populations, plus new line drawings in the kinesiology chapter of origins and insertions that match the painted skeletons found in most classrooms. It makes the essential principles of massage therapy more approachable and prepares you for success in class, on licensing and board certification exams, and in a wide range of therapeutic practice settings.
- Clear, straightforward approach simplifies complex content for easier understanding.
- Complete anatomy and physiology section, in addition to material on techniques and foundations, gives you all the information you need in just one book.
- Certification Practice Exam on Evolve mimics the major certification exams in format and content, builds confidence, and helps increase pass rates.
- Over 700 high-quality illustrations, including line drawings and halftones, clarify difficult concepts in vibrant detail.
- Case studies challenge you to think critically and apply your understanding to realistic scenarios, foster open-mindedness, and stimulate dialogue.
- Profile boxes provide an inspirational, real-world perspective on massage practice from some of the most respected authorities in massage and bodywork.
- Clinical Massage chapter focuses on massage in clinical settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and medical offices to broaden your career potential.
- Two business chapters loaded with skills to make you more marketable and better prepared for today's competitive job market.
- Video icons refer you to the Evolve site featuring about 120 minutes of video covering techniques, routines, client interaction sequences, and case studies that facilitate the learning process and the practical application of the material.Â
- Evolve icons listed in each chapter encourage you to go beyond the lecture and reading assignments and learn more on the Evolve site.
- Evolve boxes at the end of each chapter list Chapter Extras found on Evolve that reinforce concepts learned in the chapter.
Table of Contents
| Section Title | Page | Action | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Cover | cover | ||
| Inside Front Cover | ifc1 | ||
| Massage Therapy | i | ||
| Copyright Page | iv | ||
| Table Of Contents | v | ||
| Preface | vii | ||
| Audiences for This Book | vii | ||
| Distinctive Features | vii | ||
| New for Fifth Edition | ix | ||
| Getting the Most From This Textbook | xi | ||
| Acknowledgments | xiii | ||
| Dedication | xv | ||
| Foreword | xvii | ||
| Contributors | xix | ||
| Reviewers | xxi | ||
| Unit One Foundations for Practice, Basic and Complementary Methods, and Business Practices | 1 | ||
| 1 History of Massage Therapy | 1 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 1 | ||
| Introduction | 2 | ||
| The Prehistoric World | 3 | ||
| The Ancient World | 3 | ||
| The Middle Ages | 4 | ||
| The European Renaissance and Enlightenment | 5 | ||
| The Modern Era | 6 | ||
| The Esalen Institute | 8 | ||
| Massage Professional Organizations and Associations | 9 | ||
| Human Trafficking: a Dark Chapter in Massage History | 10 | ||
| E-Resources | 12 | ||
| Bibliography | 12 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 13 | ||
| Matching | 13 | ||
| Think about It | 13 | ||
| Help Wanted | 13 | ||
| Webquest | 13 | ||
| Professionalism | 13 | ||
| Discussion | 13 | ||
| The Many Faces of Massage | 13 | ||
| 2 The Therapeutic Relationship | 14 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 14 | ||
| Introduction | 15 | ||
| The Therapeutic Relationship | 15 | ||
| Empathy | 15 | ||
| Respect | 15 | ||
| Unconditional Positive Regard | 16 | ||
| Trust | 16 | ||
| Power Differential and Vulnerability | 17 | ||
| Congruency | 18 | ||
| Professionalism | 19 | ||
| Professional Appearance | 20 | ||
| Disclosure | 20 | ||
| Self-Disclosure | 20 | ||
| Confidentiality | 21 | ||
| Limits to Confidentiality | 22 | ||
| Mandatory Reporting | 22 | ||
| Boundaries | 23 | ||
| Types of Boundaries | 23 | ||
| Physical Boundaries | 24 | ||
| Hugging | 24 | ||
| Intellectual Boundaries | 24 | ||
| Emotional Boundaries | 25 | ||
| Time Boundaries | 25 | ||
| Location Boundaries | 26 | ||
| Financial Boundaries | 26 | ||
| Transference and Countertransference | 27 | ||
| Transference | 27 | ||
| Countertransference | 28 | ||
| Boundary Management | 28 | ||
| Meet Personal Needs Outside the Therapeutic Relationship | 29 | ||
| Develop and Follow a Treatment Plan | 29 | ||
| Client Abuse and Neglect | 29 | ||
| Physical Abuse | 29 | ||
| Financial Abuse | 29 | ||
| Sexual Abuse | 30 | ||
| Crossing Boundaries: Common Mistakes | 30 | ||
| Lack of Proper Training and Experience | 30 | ||
| Disregarding Contraindications | 30 | ||
| Comments about a Client’s Body or Appearance | 30 | ||
| Asking Clients to be Your Friend | 30 | ||
| Playing Psychotherapist | 30 | ||
| Conflict Resolution | 30 | ||
| Conflicts of Interest: Selling Products | 31 | ||
| Dual Relationships | 32 | ||
| Friendships | 32 | ||
| Friends Who Become Clients | 34 | ||
| Friends and Massage School | 34 | ||
| Friends and Social Networking Sites | 34 | ||
| Family Members | 34 | ||
| Dating Clients | 34 | ||
| Sexual Misconduct | 35 | ||
| Negative Perception of Massage | 35 | ||
| Risk Management | 35 | ||
| Massage and Sexual Responses | 36 | ||
| Terminating a Session | 37 | ||
| Sexual Misconduct by Colleagues | 37 | ||
| E-Resources | 37 | ||
| Bibliography | 37 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 39 | ||
| Matching One | 39 | ||
| Matching Two | 39 | ||
| Think about It | 40 | ||
| Professional Dual Relationships | 40 | ||
| Webquest | 40 | ||
| Got Boundaries? | 40 | ||
| Discussion | 40 | ||
| NCBTMB’s Code of Ethics | 40 | ||
| 3 Tools of the Trade | 41 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 41 | ||
| Introduction | 42 | ||
| Massage Tables | 42 | ||
| Selecting a Table Manufacturer | 42 | ||
| Massage Table Features | 42 | ||
| Width | 42 | ||
| Height | 43 | ||
| Length | 43 | ||
| Frame | 43 | ||
| Padding | 43 | ||
| Density | 43 | ||
| Loft | 43 | ||
| Durability | 43 | ||
| Table Fabric | 44 | ||
| Keep It Covered | 44 | ||
| Keep It Cool | 44 | ||
| Cleaning the Fabric | 44 | ||
| Disinfecting the Fabric | 44 | ||
| Table and Chair Accessories | 45 | ||
| Face Rest | 45 | ||
| Arm Shelf | 45 | ||
| Bolsters and Cushions | 45 | ||
| Stool | 46 | ||
| Carrying Case | 46 | ||
| Table Cart | 46 | ||
| Massage Linens | 46 | ||
| Sheets | 47 | ||
| Towels | 47 | ||
| Blankets and Table Warmers | 47 | ||
| Linen Care | 47 | ||
| If Linens Become Contaminated | 47 | ||
| Lubricants | 47 | ||
| Crème | 48 | ||
| Butter | 48 | ||
| Oil and Gel | 48 | ||
| Balm | 48 | ||
| Choosing a Lubricant | 48 | ||
| Ingredients and Allergens | 48 | ||
| Linen Reaction | 49 | ||
| Cost | 49 | ||
| Dispensing Lubricant | 49 | ||
| Applying Lubricant | 49 | ||
| How Much Lubricant | 49 | ||
| Emolliency | 49 | ||
| Skin Dryness | 49 | ||
| Body Hair | 49 | ||
| Intention | 49 | ||
| Lubricant Storage and Shelf Life | 50 | ||
| Supplies | 50 | ||
| Furnishings | 50 | ||
| Mirror | 50 | ||
| Clock | 50 | ||
| Wastebasket | 50 | ||
| Supply Cabinet | 50 | ||
| Chair | 50 | ||
| Place for Garments and Personal Items | 50 | ||
| Massage Room Environment | 50 | ||
| Light | 51 | ||
| Window Treatment | 51 | ||
| Music | 51 | ||
| Wall Decor | 51 | ||
| Flooring | 51 | ||
| Temperature | 52 | ||
| Color | 53 | ||
| Safety Guidelines | 53 | ||
| Evolve Resources | 53 | ||
| Bibliography | 53 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 54 | ||
| Matching One | 54 | ||
| Matching Two | 54 | ||
| Think about It | 55 | ||
| Lost Possessions | 55 | ||
| Webquest | 55 | ||
| Cross-Reactive Allergens | 55 | ||
| Discussion | 55 | ||
| Past and Present Massage Experiences | 55 | ||
| 4 Self-Care: | 56 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 56 | ||
| Introduction | 57 | ||
| Massage Therapists are Athletes | 57 | ||
| Regular Physical Activity | 57 | ||
| Massage Warm-Up | 59 | ||
| Rub, Shake, and Roll | 59 | ||
| Finger Stretch | 59 | ||
| Hand Swishing | 59 | ||
| Wrist Circles | 59 | ||
| Rubber Band Stretch | 59 | ||
| Ball Squeeze | 59 | ||
| Reach and Pull | 59 | ||
| Nutrition | 60 | ||
| Protein | 61 | ||
| Carbohydrates | 61 | ||
| Fats | 61 | ||
| Vitamins | 61 | ||
| Minerals | 61 | ||
| Water | 61 | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 63 | ||
| Calories and Determining Dietary Needs | 63 | ||
| Nutrition Labels | 63 | ||
| My Plate | 64 | ||
| Special Considerations: Vegetarianism | 64 | ||
| Special Considerations: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding | 65 | ||
| Maintaining Weight and Weight Loss | 65 | ||
| Stress Management | 65 | ||
| Breathe | 65 | ||
| Filing Stickers | 66 | ||
| Journaling | 66 | ||
| Affirmations | 66 | ||
| Prioritize | 66 | ||
| Do Things You Enjoy | 67 | ||
| Unplug | 67 | ||
| Get Enough Sleep | 67 | ||
| Reach Out to Others | 67 | ||
| Sojourn | 68 | ||
| Make a Bucket List | 68 | ||
| Wellness Model | 68 | ||
| Emotional Wellness | 68 | ||
| Environmental Wellness | 69 | ||
| Intellectual Wellness | 69 | ||
| Occupational Wellness | 70 | ||
| Social Wellness | 70 | ||
| Spiritual Wellness | 70 | ||
| Physical Wellness | 70 | ||
| E-Resources | 70 | ||
| Bibliography | 70 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 71 | ||
| Matching one | 71 | ||
| Matching Two | 71 | ||
| Think about It | 72 | ||
| More Than Just an Accident | 72 | ||
| Webquest | 72 | ||
| Where Are You on the Vitality Scale? | 72 | ||
| Discussion | 72 | ||
| Physician, Heal Thyself | 72 | ||
| 5 Research Literacy and Massage Therapy | 73 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 73 | ||
| Introduction | 74 | ||
| What is Research? | 74 | ||
| Scientific Method | 75 | ||
| Step 1: Formulate a Question | 76 | ||
| Step 2: Develop a Hypothesis | 76 | ||
| Step 3: Design and Conduct an Experiment | 77 | ||
| Step 4: Collect and Analyze Data | 78 | ||
| Step 5: Draw Conclusions | 79 | ||
| Publish the Study | 79 | ||
| Periodicals and Research | 79 | ||
| Anatomy of a Research Article | 79 | ||
| Title Page | 79 | ||
| Abstract | 79 | ||
| Introduction | 85 | ||
| Methods | 85 | ||
| Results | 85 | ||
| Discussion | 85 | ||
| Conclusion | 85 | ||
| References | 85 | ||
| Types of Research | 85 | ||
| Basic and Clinical Research | 85 | ||
| Quantitative and Qualitative Research | 85 | ||
| Analytical and Descriptive Research | 86 | ||
| Research Designs | 86 | ||
| Evidence-Based Practice | 86 | ||
| Science-Based Medicine/Practice | 87 | ||
| Hierarchy of Evidence | 87 | ||
| Level 1 | 88 | ||
| Level 2 | 88 | ||
| Level 3 | 88 | ||
| Level 4 | 88 | ||
| Level 5 | 88 | ||
| Research and the Massage Profession | 89 | ||
| Research by the Profession for the Profession | 89 | ||
| Research-Based Massage Effects | 90 | ||
| Keep Up-to-Date | 90 | ||
| Internet Search Engines | 90 | ||
| Research Funding | 91 | ||
| Get Involved | 92 | ||
| E-Resources | 92 | ||
| References | 92 | ||
| Bibliography | 93 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 94 | ||
| Matching One | 94 | ||
| Matching Two | 94 | ||
| Think about It | 95 | ||
| Form and Function | 95 | ||
| Webquest | 95 | ||
| Searching with Key Words | 95 | ||
| Discussion | 95 | ||
| Massage Research | 95 | ||
| 6 Massage Therapy Effects: | 96 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 96 | ||
| Introduction | 97 | ||
| How Massage Therapy Works | 97 | ||
| Physiologic Effects | 97 | ||
| Psychological Effects | 97 | ||
| Cardiovascular System | 97 | ||
| Blood Circulation | 98 | ||
| Lymphatic System and Immunity | 99 | ||
| Musculoskeletal System | 99 | ||
| Connective Tissues | 102 | ||
| Nervous System | 102 | ||
| Endocrine System | 103 | ||
| Skin | 103 | ||
| Internal Organs and Other Systems | 104 | ||
| Psychological Aspects | 104 | ||
| Whole Body Effects | 104 | ||
| Massage Therapy: Indications for Conditions and Populations | 105 | ||
| E-Resources | 106 | ||
| References | 106 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 110 | ||
| Matching One | 110 | ||
| Matching Two | 110 | ||
| Think about It | 111 | ||
| SOS | 111 | ||
| Webquest | 111 | ||
| Protect the Humans! | 111 | ||
| Discussion | 111 | ||
| CAM | 111 | ||
| 7 Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping | 112 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 112 | ||
| Introduction | 113 | ||
| Body Mechanics | 113 | ||
| Principle 1: Prepare Yourself | 113 | ||
| Physical Fitness | 113 | ||
| Wear Comfortable Attire | 114 | ||
| Warm Up Before Massage | 114 | ||
| Principle 2: Workspace & Table Considerations | 114 | ||
| Workspace | 114 | ||
| Massage Table Height | 114 | ||
| Massage Table Width | 114 | ||
| Massage Table Padding | 116 | ||
| Electric Lift Tables | 116 | ||
| Principle 3: Foot Stances | 116 | ||
| Bow Stance | 116 | ||
| Horse Stance | 116 | ||
| Principle 4: Align Your Spine | 116 | ||
| Principle 5: Move From Your Center of Gravity | 119 | ||
| Principle 6: Techniques and Lubricant | 119 | ||
| Perpendicular Pressure | 120 | ||
| Double Stack | 120 | ||
| Use a Variety of Techniques | 120 | ||
| Lubricant Use | 120 | ||
| Principle 7: Relax | 120 | ||
| Be Mindful | 121 | ||
| Stretch | 121 | ||
| Sit Down Occasionally | 121 | ||
| Breathe | 121 | ||
| Modified Body Mechanics While Clients are Sitting in a Chair or Lying on the Floor | 122 | ||
| Client Positioning | 122 | ||
| Prone Position | 122 | ||
| Supine Position | 123 | ||
| Semireclining Position | 123 | ||
| Side-Lying Position | 124 | ||
| Seated Position | 125 | ||
| Bolsters | 125 | ||
| Draping | 125 | ||
| Towel Draping | 126 | ||
| Towel Draping Male Clients | 126 | ||
| Towel Draping Female Clients | 127 | ||
| Unit Two Anatomy and Physiology | 376 | ||
| 18 Introduction to the Human Body: | 376 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 376 | ||
| Introduction | 377 | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology | 377 | ||
| MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY | 377 | ||
| Levels of Organization | 380 | ||
| Cells | 380 | ||
| Cell Membrane | 382 | ||
| Cytoplasm | 383 | ||
| Organelles | 383 | ||
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | 383 | ||
| Ribosomes | 383 | ||
| Golgi Body | 383 | ||
| Mitochondria | 383 | ||
| Lysosomes | 383 | ||
| Centrioles | 384 | ||
| Nucleus | 384 | ||
| Cellular Processes: Passive and Active | 384 | ||
| Passive Processes | 384 | ||
| Diffusion | 384 | ||
| Osmosis | 385 | ||
| Filtration | 385 | ||
| Active Processes | 385 | ||
| Transport by Pumps | 385 | ||
| Transport by Vesicles | 385 | ||
| Cellular Metabolism | 386 | ||
| Tissues | 386 | ||
| Epithelial Tissue | 387 | ||
| Connective Tissue | 388 | ||
| Fibrous Connective Tissue | 390 | ||
| Bone | 390 | ||
| Cartilage | 390 | ||
| Blood | 391 | ||
| Muscle Tissue | 391 | ||
| Smooth Muscle | 392 | ||
| Skeletal Muscle | 392 | ||
| Cardiac Muscle | 392 | ||
| Nervous Tissue | 393 | ||
| Tissue Repair | 393 | ||
| Inflammation | 393 | ||
| Regeneration | 394 | ||
| Factors That Affect Tissue Repair | 394 | ||
| Membranes | 395 | ||
| Cutaneous Membranes | 395 | ||
| Mucous Membranes | 396 | ||
| Serous Membranes | 396 | ||
| Synovial Membranes | 396 | ||
| Homeostasis | 396 | ||
| Body Systems: Anatomy and Physiology | 396 | ||
| Skeletal System | 396 | ||
| Muscular System | 396 | ||
| Integumentary System | 396 | ||
| Nervous System | 396 | ||
| Endocrine System | 396 | ||
| Reproductive System | 396 | ||
| Cardiovascular System | 397 | ||
| Lymphatic System | 397 | ||
| Respiratory System | 397 | ||
| Digestive System | 397 | ||
| Urinary System | 397 | ||
| Body Compass | 397 | ||
| Anatomic Position | 397 | ||
| Body Cavities | 397 | ||
| Dorsal Cavity | 397 | ||
| Ventral Cavity | 397 | ||
| Abdominal Quadrants and Regions | 398 | ||
| Abdominal Quadrants | 398 | ||
| Abdominal Regions | 398 | ||
| Body Planes | 398 | ||
| Sagittal Plane | 398 | ||
| Frontal Plane | 398 | ||
| Transverse Plane | 398 | ||
| Directional Terms | 400 | ||
| Left | 400 | ||
| Right | 400 | ||
| Superior | 400 | ||
| Inferior | 400 | ||
| Anterior | 400 | ||
| Posterior | 400 | ||
| Medial | 400 | ||
| Lateral | 400 | ||
| Proximal | 400 | ||
| Distal | 400 | ||
| Superficial | 400 | ||
| Deep | 400 | ||
| Terms Related to Organs and Structures | 400 | ||
| Medulla | 400 | ||
| Cortex | 400 | ||
| Lumen | 401 | ||
| Body Regions | 401 | ||
| Axial Region | 401 | ||
| Upper Extremity | 402 | ||
| Lower Extremity | 403 | ||
| E-Resources | 403 | ||
| Bibliography | 403 | ||
| Activities and Assessments | 404 | ||
| Matching One | 404 | ||
| Matching Two | 404 | ||
| Think about It | 405 | ||
| A Friend in Need Is a Friend Indeed! | 405 | ||
| Webquest | 405 | ||
| Stem Cells | 405 | ||
| Discussion | 405 | ||
| Growth Hormone Controversy | 405 | ||
| 19 Skeletal System | 406 | ||
| Learning Objectives | 406 | ||
| Introduction | 407 | ||
| Anatomy | 407 | ||
| Physiology | 407 | ||
| Bone Cells | 407 | ||
| Bone Remodeling | 407 | ||
| Bone Tissues | 408 | ||
| Compact Bone | 408 | ||
| Spongy Bone | 408 | ||
| Classification of Bones | 408 | ||
| Long | 408 | ||
| Short | 408 | ||
| Flat | 408 | ||
| Irregular | 408 | ||
| Sesamoid | 408 | ||
| Anatomy of a Long Bone | 408 | ||
| Epiphyses | 408 | ||
| Articular Cartilage | 408 | ||
| Diaphysis | 408 | ||
| Periosteum | 408 | ||
| Medullary Cavity | 409 | ||
| Metaphysis | 409 | ||
| Epiphyseal Plate and Epiphyseal Line | 409 | ||
| Ossification | 410 | ||
| Regions Of The Skeletal System | 410 | ||
| Axial Skeleton | 410 | ||
| Skull | 410 | ||
| Vertebral Column | 410 | ||
| Sternum | 413 | ||
| Ribs | 413 | ||
| Appendicular Skeleton | 413 | ||
| Shoulder Girdle | 413 | ||
| Upper Extremities | 413 | ||
| Pelvic Girdle | 413 | ||
| Lower Extremities | 413 | ||
| Bony Markings | 413 | ||
| Condyle | 413 | ||
| Fossa | 413 | ||
| Head | 413 | ||
| Process | 413 | ||
| Tuberosity | 413 | ||
| Joints | 413 | ||
| Structural Classification | 413 | ||
| Fibrous Joints | 413 | ||
| Cartilaginous Joints | 413 | ||
| Appendix: SOAP Notes | 736 | ||
| Why Use SOAP Notes? | 736 | ||
| What is a SOAP Note? | 736 | ||
| Flexibility | 736 | ||
| SOAP Note Documentation | 739 | ||
| Updating Records | 739 | ||
| Summary | 739 | ||
| Bibliography | 740 | ||
| Glossary | 741 | ||
| Illustration Credits | 765 | ||
| Chapter 1 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 2 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 4 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 5 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 6 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 7 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 9 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 10 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 11 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 12 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 13 | 765 | ||
| Chapter 14 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 15 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 16 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 18 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 19 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 20 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 21 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 22 | 766 | ||
| Chapter 23 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 24 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 25 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 26 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 27 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 28 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 29 | 767 | ||
| Chapter 30 | 767 | ||
| Short Biography Index | 768 | ||
| Index | 769 | ||
| A | 769 | ||
| B | 770 | ||
| C | 771 | ||
| D | 774 | ||
| E | 775 | ||
| F | 776 | ||
| G | 777 | ||
| H | 778 | ||
| I | 779 | ||
| J | 780 | ||
| K | 780 | ||
| L | 780 | ||
| M | 781 | ||
| N | 784 | ||
| O | 784 | ||
| P | 785 | ||
| Q | 787 | ||
| R | 787 | ||
| S | 788 | ||
| T | 791 | ||
| U | 792 | ||
| V | 793 | ||
| W | 793 | ||
| Y | 794 | ||
| Z | 794 |