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Prentice Hall Health's Outline Review of Massage Therapy
Barbara B. Rice, BA, LMT

ISBN-10: 0130488488
ISBN-13: 9780130488480

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2003
Format: Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 114 pp
Published: 08/09/2002

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For courses in Massage Therapy.

For students of massage, preparation for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork can be overwhelming. This concise and specific review of information found on the NCBTMB and other state licensing exams is the only manual needed for students to successfully sit for and pass these tests. Subjects covered in this book have been developed from the outline in the NCBTMB exam booklet.

  • Most current information in the field of massage therapy.

    • Keeps students abreast of the latest developments in the field.

  • Parallel organization of test questions in book to test questions in the NCBTMB.

    • Familiarizes students with many of the questions when they take the exam; allows instructors to teach students how to understand what is being asked.

  • End-of-chapter sample tests for each chapter—Includes rationale for each answer, 400 questions in all.

    • Helps students and instructors assess their progress and understanding of the material.

  • Anatomical context for coverage of muscle movement—Discusses how muscles act on a joint providing movement; synergists are listed from strongest to weakest, and antagonists are listed directly across from the agonist.

    • Helps simplify one of the most difficult concepts for beginning students.

  • Logical presentation of Eastern therapies—Outlines information with bulleted hints.

    • Helps both instructors and students better understand what is often the most difficult area of massage therapy.

  • Coverage of anatomy and pathophysiology—Includes for each body system a section on how massage affects that system.

    • Gives students and instructors a specific review of information that will be asked on the examination.

  • Business context for discussion of massage and massage techniques—Includes strokes, indications, contraindications, treatment protocol, adjunct therapies, business practices, and the massage environment.

    • Helps students apply what they are learning to real-world situations and their future careers.

  • CD-ROM accompanying text—Provides two additional 100-question examinations.

    • Gives students and instructors an additional resource to assess their progress and understanding of the material.

Test Taking Strategies.

I. THE HUMAN BODY.

A. Directional Terms.

B. Organization of the Human Body.

Planes. Cavities. Abdominal Quadrants. Abdominopelvic Regions.

II. ANATOMY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY.

A. Homeostasis.

B. The Cell.

C. Transport Systems.

D. Histology.

Tissues. Membranes.

E. The Integumentary System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Integumentary System. Massage and the Integumentary System.

F. The Skeletal System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Skeletal System. Articulations: Classifications, Pathology of Articulations. Massage and the Skeletal/Articular Systems.

G. The Muscular System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Muscular System. Massage and the Muscular System.

H. The Nervous System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Nervous System. Massage and the Nervous System.

I. The Endocrine System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Endocrine System. Massage and the Endocrine System.

J. The Cardiovascular System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Cardiovascular System. Massage and the Cardiovascular System.

K. The Lymphatic System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Lymphatic System. Massage and the Lymphatic System.

L. The Respiratory System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Respiratory System. Massage and the Respiratory System.

M. The Digestive System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Digestive System. Massage and the Digestive System.

N. The Excretory System.

Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Excretory System. Massage and the Excretory System.

O. The Reproductive System.

Male: Components, Function. Female: Components, Function.

P. Anatomy & Pathophysiology Examination.

Q. Anatomy & Pathophysiology Examination Answer Key.

III. Muscle Movement/Anatomy.

A. Muscles that Move the Head.

B. Muscles that Move the Scapula.

C. Muscles that Move the Humerus.

D. Muscles that Move the Elbow.

E. Muscles that Move the Wrist.

F. Muscles that Move the Fingers.

G. Muscles that Move the Forearm.

H. Rotator Cuff.

I. Muscles that Move the Trunk.

J. Muscles that Move the Ribs.

K. Muscles that Move the Femur.

L. Muscles that Move the Knee.

M. Muscles that Move the Ankle.

N. Muscles that Move the Toes.

O. Other Muscles.

P. Muscle Movement/Anatomy Examination.

Q. Muscle Movement/Anatomy Examination Answer Key.

IV. MASSAGE AND THE BUSINESS OF MASSAGE.

A. Massage.

Effects and Benefits. Strokes. Contraindications. Endangerment Sites.

B. Performing the Massage.

The Massage Environment. Bolstering. The Massage. Infection Control and Safety. First Aid/CPR.

C. Hydrotherapy.

Cryotherapy. Heat Application.

D. Paraffin.

E. Adjunct Therapies.

Stretching. Muscle Energy Technique/Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. Myofascial Techniques. Passive Positioning. Craniosacral Therapy. Manual Lymph Drainage. Feldenkrais. Hellerwork. Trager. Reflexology. Neuromuscular Therapy. Sport. Trigger Point. Pregnancy Massage.

F. Energy Therapies.

Reiki. Polarity. Therapeutic Touch.

G. Eastern Therapies.

Meridians. Cycles.

H. Business Practices.

Ethics and Professionalism. Record Keeping.

I. Massage and the Business of Massage Examination.

J. Massage and the Business of Massage Examination Answer Key.

V. COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION.

VI. COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION ANSWER KEY.

VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY.

Barbara B. Rice, BA, LMT received her BA in Biology from the State University of New York at Oswego and completed the massage therapy program at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy in Sarasota, Florida. She is NCBTMB certified and licensed in New York and Florida. She is also certified in Deep Tissue/Neuromuscular Therapy, Thailand Massage and Prenatal Massage. She was also previously the Director of Education of Dahan Institute of Massage Therapy in Las Vegas, Nevada and spent 13 years as a physical therapy aid. She currently operates a therapeutic massage clinic in Lakeland, Florida and is a popular speaker and presenter.

About the book
Outline Review for Massage Therapy is an indispensable resource for certification exam preparation. Organized by the key content areas, this review book provides comprehensive, clear, concise information on all of the unique needs of the massage therapist. A large collection of review questions, emphasis on case studies, and accompanying CD-ROM provide a definitive edge in board examination preparation. As you build confidence by digging into this rich content review, you will find that the Prentice Hall Health test preparation system is a blueprint for success across the boards!

Boost Your Scores, Launch Your Career!
Our technology solutions allow you to gain more practice and review. Find additional questions, rationales, and links to related resources on the free corresponding CD-ROM, which includes two 100 question mock examinations.

About the Author
Barbara B. Rice, BA, LMT received her BA in Biology from the State University of New York at Oswego and completed the massage therapy program at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy in Sarasota, Florida. She is NCBTMB certified and licensed in New York and Florida. She is also certified in Deep Tissue/Neuromuscular Therapy, Thailand Massage and Pre-natal Massage. She was previously the Director of Education for Dahan Institute of Massage Therapy in Las Vegas, Nevada and spent 13 years as a physical therapy aide. She currently operates a therapeutic massage clinic in Lakeland, Florida and is a popular speaker and presenter.

About the Series
Success Across the Boards is a study system that revolutionizes exam preparation for a variety of health care professions. By integrating interactive technology with authoritative content and realistic sample test questions, Outline Review for Massage Therapy will help you join the many others who have used these materials to achieve success on the boards. The series is comprised of test preparation resources for the following health care professions:

  • Massage Therapy
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  • Emergency Medical Services
  • EKG
  • Home Care Aide
  • Medical Assisting
  • Medical Technology / Clinical Laboratory Science
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Phlebotomy

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