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A Guide for Health Professionals
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By
Peter Mackereth, PhD, MA, Dip (N) London, RNT, RGN, Clinical Lead & Lecturer, Complementary Therapies, Christie Hospital & Salford University, Greater Manchester, UK
Denise Tiran, MSc, PGCEA, RM, RGN, ADM, Director, Expectancy Ltd, UK; Honorary Lecturer, University of Greenwich, Greenwich, UK
Description
This introductory resource focuses on the integration of reflexology into a variety of specialist clinical settings. It covers theory
and practice, exploring the nature, status, and potential of reflexology within contemporary health care.
Audience
Primary: Reflexology students and practitioners. Reflexology teachers.
Secondary: Students/practitioners in other healthcare specialties
who are taught a little about/practice some reflexology e.g. massage therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, manipulative physios, other
manual therapists, podiatrists, OTs.
Contents
Section 1 Examining Key Themes in Reflexology
Reviewing the theories and origins. Appreciating preparatory and continuing
education. Challenging the 'rules' of reflexology. Identifying ethicolegal and professional principles. Research in reflexology. Clarifying
healing and holism. Exploring the therapeutic relationship. Practising safely and effectively.
Section 2 Application of reflexology
in specialist clinical areas
Integrating reflexology in conventional healthcare settings. Supporting women during pregnancy
and childbirth. Practising in the neonatal area. Advocating the use of reflexology for people with learning disabilities. Improving and
maintaining mental health. Enhancing quality of life for people in palliative care settings.
| Bibliographic details |
Paperback, 224 pages, publication date: JUL-2002
ISBN-13: 978-0-443-07120-1
ISBN-10: 0-443-07120-9
Imprint: CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE
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Last update: 3 Oct 2009
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