A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology, Fourth edition 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

1. Fundamental Concepts in Pathology
2. Integumentary System Conditions
3. Musculoskeletal System Conditions
4. Nervous System Conditions
5. Circulatory System Conditions
6. Lymph and Immune System Conditions
7. Respiratory System Conditions
8. Digestive System Conditions
9. Endocrine System Conditions
10. Urinary System Conditions
11. Reproductive System Conditions
12. Principles of Cancer

Appendices

• Medications and Massage
• Research Literacy
• (on bound-in CD-ROM): Client Endangerments
• (on bound-in CD-ROM): Taking a Client History
• (on bound-in CD-ROM): Pathologies in Brief

Glossary
Index

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