Get complete massage pathology information in one convenient text Mosby s Pathology for Massage Professionals 5th Edition provides concise pathology information along with specific therapeutic recommendations Coverage of more than 300 pathologies shows you how to appropriately tailor treatment and more than 500 full color photographs make it easier to recognize common pathologies Written by massage therapy educator researcher and practitioner Dr Susan Salvo this resource provides the pathology knowledge you need to succeed in the classroom and in your career Coverage of more than 300 pathologies provides students with ample information without being overwhelming More than 500 full color photographs help students recognize common diseases and conditions Case studies in each chapter encourage students to apply their knowledge and develop clinical reasoning skills UNIQUE Hospital Based Massage chapter covers different protocols needed for massage therapists working in institutionalized care settings and provides useful information about working with clients who are medically fragile or in hospice care User friendly comprehensive format makes it easy to find key information with learning objectives a systems overview that includes the aging process and pathologies that feature descriptions etiologies signs and symptoms current treatment measures including medications in bold italics for easy identification and massage modifications
