Pediatric Massage Therapy (LWW In Touch Series)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.54 (805 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0781742196 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-09-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"It's okay" according to jenster. If you're looking for a comprehensive manual on pediatric massage, this isn't it. Unfortunately, it's about the only book out there.Basically it's a lot of effleurage, some different hydrotherapy options, a few modifications for children you can figure out on your own. and most of it is just common sense stuff that can be applied to adults as well as children.I would beware of any class using this as a textbook: sure you'll have a pretty pie. The best book on pediatric massage Being a massage therapist working with children, this book is of extreme value to me. I've read many of the books published about pediatric massage and found this one the most resourceful for me. A good knowledge of the human body is a plus when reading this book, because it is a very in depth guide. I teach baby and child massage to parents and only recommend this book to parents who want to acquire more extensive knowledge, as for most par. Marybetts is the best! M. Smith Sorry I didn't review a few years ago when I bought the book and took her class, but better late than never right? This is a wonderful, intuitive, smart, common sense based approach to working on little ones. I've been a therapist for over 25 years now, and have learned to give up most of my books (there are just too many to hang onto, especially when I know I'll never look at them again after the first read, so I usually pass them on to oth
Real-life examples and anecdotes from hands-on therapists help readers relate to specific applications.. The author fully covers the applications of massage therapy for children ages 2 to 18.Pediatric Massage Therapy, Second Edition is well written, well researched, and expertly illustrated to provide a clear, demonstrative guide to pediatric massage. Topics include massage in healthy emotional development, managing psychological stress, physical therapy, and home healthcare. This book provides a complete overview of the concepts and techniques that massage therapists, physical or occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals need to know in order to perform manual therapy on children—especially those with disabilities