Modalities for Massage and Bodywork

2nd Edition - December 18, 2014
Author: Elaine Stillerman
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
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Ideal for both classroom and practice, Modalities for Massage & Bodywork, 2nd Edition presents 23 modalities of bodywork, their history, development, effects, benefits, contraindications, basic curricula and certification requirements. Updated photos and illustrations, critical thinking questions, and flash cards give you a better picture of today's massage best practices. Evolve companion website provides matching activities, flash cards, answers to multiple-choice questions, weblinks and video demonstrations of various modalities covered in the text to make learning more interactive.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Evolve
Copyright
Dedication
About the contributors
Reviewers
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: Active isolated stretching
Introduction
History of AIS
Stretching defined
What is flexibility?
Myotatic or stretch reflex
Principles of AIS
Stabilization
Breathing
Gradualism
Assisted pressure
The AIS protocol
Unassisted AIS or self-stretching
Integrating AIS into a massage session
Contraindications
Certification in the United States
Certification in Canada
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 2: Ayurvedic therapies
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
AYURVEDIC FUNDAMENTALS: BASIC PRINCIPLES KEY TO THE UNDERSTANDING OF AYURVEDA
Ayurvedic Massage Therapies
Ayurvedic Treatments
Chapter Summary
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
Chapter 3: Cancer massage
Introduction
History of cancer massage
Understanding cancer
Treatments
Conventional treatments and massage
Stress of cancer
Phases of cancer
Complementary, alternative, and integrative therapies
Massage for cancer
Contraindications
Massage for the person with metastatic cancer
Special populations
Why cancer massage is recognized
Training and education
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Chapter 4: Craniosacral therapy
Introduction
History
Craniosacral mechanism
Basic craniosacral session
Benefits and clinical applications
Contraindications
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 5: Geriatric massage
Introduction
History of Geriatric Massage
Aging
Benefits of Geriatric Massage
Contraindications
Diseases and the Elderly
Assessing Health and Vitality
Practice Setting
Body Positions
Techniques
Hospice: Nearing the End of Life
Training
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 6: Infant and pediatric massage
Introduction
Modern practice of infant massage
Behavioral states of the newborn
Benefits of infant massage
Contraindications
Treatment
Importance of bonding
How young is too young for massage?
When and where to massage
Performing the massage
Certification requirements and advanced training
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 7: Manual lymphatic drainage
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
LYMPH VESSEL SYSTEM ANATOMY
STRUCTURE OF THE LYMPH VESSELS
LYMPH NODE
THORACIC DUCT
LYMPH VESSEL SYSTEM PHYSIOLOGY
Description of Dr. Vodder’s MLD
Summary of characteristics of Dr. Vodder’s MLD techniques
OTHER LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE METHODS
Effects of MLD
INDICATIONS FOR THERAPY
MLD in the treatment of lymphedema
CONTRAINDICATIONS
OVERVIEW OF TREATMENT
CERTIFICATION
CONCLUSION
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 8: Muscle energy techniques
Introduction
History
Pain explained
Objectives of METs
Joint stability
Breathing to relieve pain and muscle guarding
Two different approaches to METs
Contraindications for METs
Reestablishment of diaphragmatic breathing
What is proper breathing?
Components of a muscle
Movement patterns to assess motor control patterning
Adaptability of muscles
Common mistakes to avoid when applying METs
Isometric contraction and relaxation techniques for the hypertonic muscles
Application of METs
Client-directed METs
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 9: Myofascial release
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR MYOFASCIAL WORK
DEFINING MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
INDIRECT RELEASE TECHNIQUE
DIRECT RELEASE TECHNIQUE
COMBINED DIRECT AND INDIRECT TECHNIQUES
COMPRESSION WITH MOVEMENT
ADJUNCT METHODS
APPLICATION OF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
BENEFITS OF APPLICATION
CONTRAINDICATIONS
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER SUMMARY
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 10: Neuromuscular therapy
Introduction
History
Foundational principles of NMT
Treatment tools
Characteristics of NMT American version
Characteristics of European NMT
Applications of pressure
Trigger point release techniques
Indications and contraindications
Sequencing of NMT protocols
Using NMT palpation techniques
Using lubricants
Communication during therapy
Training and certification
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 11: Orthopedic massage
Introduction
History
Description
General components of orthopedic massage
Sampling of techniques used
Benefits of orthopedic massage
Contraindications
A sample application of orthopedic massage
Training and certification
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 12: Polarity therapy
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
PRINCIPLES OF POLARITY THERAPY
THE LIFE FORCE
POLARITY BODYWORK
THE FIVE ELEMENTS
COMMUNICATION/FACILITATION
ENERGETIC NUTRITION
POLARITY AND SOUND
STRETCHING POSTURES
BENEFITS OF POLARITY THERAPY
RESEARCH
CONTRAINDICATIONS
OVERVIEW OF A TREATMENT
NERVE STIMULATION OF POLARITY PROTOCOL
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 13: Prenatal massage
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
APPROPRIATE STROKES AND TECHNIQUES FOR PRENATAL MASSAGE
PHYSIOLOGIC, EMOTIONAL, AND PSYCHOLOGIC CHANGES OF PREGNANCY
BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF PRENATAL MASSAGE
CONTRAINDICATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR PRENATAL MASSAGE
BASIC PRENATAL MASSAGE ROUTINE
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 14: Reflexology
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
WHY THE FEET?
PERSONAL PREFERENCES IN REFLEXOLOGY
ANATOMIC REASONS FOR REFLEXOLOGY
OTHER REASONS FOR REFLEXOLOGY
ADDITIONAL HYPOTHESES REGARDING REFLEXOLOGY
REFLEXOLOGY WORKS ON THREE LEVELS
WHAT REFLEXOLOGY IS NOT
BENEFITS OF REFLEXOLOGY
CONTRAINDICATIONS
SESSION OVERVIEW
GUIDELINES
PREPARING THE ENVIRONMENT
DURING THE SESSION
REFLEXOLOGY TECHNIQUES
BASIC REFLEXOLOGY TECHNIQUES
THE POWER OF USING VISUALIZATION WITH REFLEXOLOGY
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
ASSOCIATIONS
Chapter 15: Reiki
INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS HEALING?
HEALING THROUGHOUT THE AGES AND THE ANCIENT ROOTS OF REIKI
REIKI LINEAGE AND HISTORY
History of Reiki
What is Reiki?
A Reiki healing session
Reiki in hospitals, schools, and religious institutions
SELF-HEALING TECHNIQUES
Reiki with animals, plants, and food
Reiki instruction
How does Reiki work?
Spiritual aspects of Reiki
Embellishing a Reiki session
Reiki and the Chakras
REIKI AND DYING
Different types of Reiki
Certification in Reiki
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
Chapter 16: Shiatsu
INTRODUCTION
Who can receive Shiatsu?
History of Shiatsu
THEORY AND PRACTICE
Yin and Yang
QI, ORGANS, AND CHANNELS
THE FIVE ELEMENTS
BASIC SHIATSU TECHNIQUES
PREPARATION TO PERFORM SHIATSU
THE FOUR METHODS OF ASSESSMENT
IMBALANCES IN THE FIVE ELEMENTS
THE TREATMENT SESSION
SHIATSU TRAINING
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 17: Sports and fitness massage
INTRODUCTION
CATEGORIES OF SPORTS MASSAGE
SPORTS, FITNESS, AND REHABILITATION OUTCOMES
INDICATIONS FOR MASSAGE
CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR MASSAGE
ASSESSMENT AND DOCUMENTATION
APPLICATIONS
JOINT MOVEMENT AND MUSCLE ENERGY METHODS
STRETCHING
FLUID DYNAMICS, LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE, AND CIRCULATION ENHANCEMENT
JUSTIFICATION FOR PRACTICE
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
Chapter 18: Strain and counterstrain
Introduction
History
Discovery of strain and counterstrain
Rationale behind strain and counterstrain
Development of the tender point
Mobile point
Passive slow return to neutral
Response to treatment
Benefits of strain and counterstrain
Contraindications
Treatment
Certification
Chapter challenges
Chapter 19: Structural integration
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION MODALITY AND THE NATURE OF TOUCH
STARTING POINT: VISUAL ANALYSIS—THE ART OF SEEING
Hands-on work: Ida Rolf’s classic recipe of 10 sessions
MODES OF TOUCH IN STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION
BENEFITS OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION
CONTRAINDICATIONS
NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION
CERTIFICATION
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
Chapter 20: Traditional thai massage
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
KEY DISTINCTIONS
BENEFITS
BODY MECHANICS
BASIC THEORY
Importance of abdominal Thai massage
TECHNIQUES
PRECAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
OVERVIEW OF A TREATMENT
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
Chapter 21: Trager psychophysical integration
OVERVIEW
HISTORY
TRAGER APPROACH: THREE COMPONENTS
GENERAL PHILOSOPHY
EARLY TRAGER EXPERIENCE: ANESTHESIA
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 22: Trigger point release
Myofascial trigger points: A common cause of pain
History of trigger point release
Neuromuscular techniques: Myofascial trigger point applications
Trigger point release
Trigger point treatment options
Communication during therapy
Benefits of trigger point release
Contraindications
Certification and advanced training
Chapter summary
Chapter challenges
Resources
Chapter 23: Tuina
INTRODUCTION
HISTORY OF CHINESE MASSAGE
ANMO
TUINA
Basic Tuina
TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
Yin and Yang theory
QI
THEORY OF CHANNELS
TUINA THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
CHAPTER SUMMARY
CHAPTER CHALLENGES
RESOURCES
Chapter 24: Answers to Multiple Choice Test Questions
Chapter 1: Active isolated stretching
Chapter 2: Ayurvedic therapies
Chapter 3: Cancer massage
Chapter 4: Craniosacral therapy
Chapter 5: Geriatric massage
Chapter 6: Infant and pediatric massage
Chapter 7: Manual lymphatic drainage
Chapter 8: Muscle energy technique
Chapter 9: Myofascial release
Chapter 10: Neuromuscular therapy
Chapter 11: Orthopedic massage
Chapter 12: Polarity therapy
Chapter 13: Prenatal massage
Chapter 14: Reflexology
Chapter 15: Reiki
Chapter 16: Shiatsu
Chapter 17: Sports and fitness massage
Chapter 18: Strain and counterstrain
Chapter 19: Structural integration
Chapter 20: Traditional thai massage
Chapter 21: Trager psychophysical integration
Chapter 22: Trigger point release
Chapter 23: Tuina
Index