Authors: Adele O'Keefe

Number of Pages: 335

Cover: Paperback

Whether studying or simply looking for a comprehensive reference book, The Official Guide to Body Massage is a complete learning companion and is the only qualification-focused guide endorsed by Habia – the industry authority. Every key skill, from effleurage to tapotement, is explained step-by-step using clear illustrations and loads of special learning features, ensuring you will become a talented masseuse in no time at all! Only The Official Guide to Body Massage lets you roll and knead your way through every single key topic, including; massage techniques and procedures, anatomy and physiology, pre-heat treatments, Indian head massage, aromatherapy massage, client care and health and safety.

Benefits

• Learning objectives at the start of each chapter
• More tips – linking between theory and practice
• More health and safety boxes
• More syllabus defined question material at the end of chapters
• Case Studies with treatment scenario focus

Table of contents

Acknowledgements
Foreword
Mapping grid
Walk-through tour
Introduction
1 The massage therapist at work
2 Promoting products and services to clients
3 The therapist in business
4 Anatomy, physiology and effects of massage
5 Client consultation and contraindications to treatment
6 Preparation for massage
7 Preheat treatments
8 Massage techniques and procedures
9 Modifications to massage treatments
10 Indian head massage
11 Aromatherapy
12 Body massage case studies
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