Main description:

The best-selling pathology textbook for massage therapy is now in its Fourth Edition. The book presents detailed information on the etiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment of over 200 diseases and conditions, emphasizing how massage influences the disease and healing processes and how therapists can maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks. This edition includes Modality Recommendation Charts offering specific advice about modalities to pursue or avoid in various circumstances. The book has been reorganized to include an introductory chapter on fundamental concepts and a concluding chapter on cancer. New topics covered include myeloma, sickle cell disease, and autism spectrum disorders. A bound-in CD-ROM includes animations, video clips, interactive flashcards, quiz questions, an audio glossary, and printable client history forms.

Contents:

Chapter 1: Fundamental Concepts in Pathology Chapter 2: Integumentary System Conditions Chapter 3: Musculoskeletal System Conditions Chapter 4: Nervous System Conditions Chapter 5: Circulatory System Conditions Chapter 6: Lymph and Immune System Conditions Chapter 7: Respiratory System Conditions Chapter 8: Digestive System Conditions Chapter 9: Endocrine System Conditions Chapter 10: Urinary System Conditions Chapter 11: Reproductive System Conditions Chapter 12: Principles of Cancer Appendix A: Medications and Massage Appendix B: Research Literacy Appendix C (on bound-in CD-ROM): Client Endangerments Appendix D (on bound-in CD-ROM): Taking a Client History Appendix E (on bound-in CD-ROM): Pathologies in Brief Glossary Illustration Credits Index