Main description:

Outcome-Based MassageTM: Putting Evidence into Practice (3rd edition) goes beyond an update of the content of the second edition. In this book, Dr Andrade and a team of contributors who represent the fields of massage therapy, physical therapy, athletic training, education, psychology, medicine, and physiology take the student or practicing clinician to the next level of using Outcome-Based Massage TM in daily clinical practice. This edition enhances and builds upon the strengths of the first two editions as follows:
* Fully updated chapters provide a comprehensive approach to assessment, treatment design, and treatment delivery
* Streamlined presentation of theory and practice enhances the teaching and learning experience
* Quick Treatment Guides provide a colorful, immediate reference for anatomy, pathophysiology, impairments, and wellness goals for 16 musculoskeletal conditions
* New section on the scientific basis of soft-tissue examination provides students and practitioners with the very latest understanding of the emerging body of knowledge in this field
* Review sections in each chapter provide Takeaways that summarize key concepts, critical thinking questions, and clinical cases that illustrate the practical application of the concepts discussed in the chapter
* Precise, instructive photographs and videos give students and practitioners clear, direct guidance for using the techniques presented in this text

Contents:

Contents
Preface
Acknowledgements
Part I. Principles of Outcome-Based Massage
Chapter 1 Principles of Outcome-Based Massage
Chapter 2 Interpersonal and Ethical Issues for Massage
Chapter 3 Evidence for Massage
Chapter 4 Client Examination for Outcome-Based Massage
Chapter 5 Outcome-Based Massage Clinical Decision-Making
Part II. Application of Outcome-Based Massage to Clinical Conditions and Wellness
Chapter 6 Preparation and Positioning for Outcome-Based Massage
Chapter 7 Superficial Reflex Techniques
Chapter 8 Superficial Fluid Techniques
Chapter 9 Neuromuscular Techniques
Chapter 10 Connective Tissue Techniques
Chapter 11 Passive Movement Techniques
Chapter 12 Percussive Techniques
Chapter 13 Sequencing Massage Techniques for Outcome-Based Massage
Chapter 14 Application of Outcome-Based Massage to Clinical Conditions and Wellness
Quick Treatment Guides
References
Glossary
Index