Body Massage Therapy Basics meets the requirements of the following awarding bodies: NVQ/SVQ Beauty Therapy Level 3; Edexcel National Diploma in Beauty Therapy; VTCT and ITEC. This book features a brand new colour section and up-to-date diagrams and photographs throughout.
Written by an expert in the field, this edition is aimed primarily at Level 3 students, and includes new material on health, safety and hygiene to meet the legislative requirements for massage practitioners. A new section introducing advanced massage techniques and passive movements provides additional information for the student interested in studying beyond Level 3. Comprehensive assessment guidance is also included.
Brand new colour section
Advanced Massage Techniques for post Level 3 student market
Covers latest specifications
New material covering holistic approach
Table of Contents:
Learning and Assessment
Brief history of massage
Underpinning Knowledge
Health, Safety and Hygiene
Body systems and the physiological and psychological effects of massage
Consultation, preparation, and massage movements
Professional conduct, ethics and preparation
Client consultation
Classification of massage and the effleurage group
Petrissage Group
Percussion and vibration groups
Massage routines and adaptations
Massage routines
Adapting massage for specific conditions
Additional techniques
Mechanical massage
Introduction to sports massage
About the Author(s):
Mo Rosser is a highly experienced author, examiner and assessor.
Readership:
Level 3 Therapy Massage Students
