Pediatric Massage Therapy

By Marybetts Sinclair

This book provides a complete overview of the concepts and techniques that massage therapists, physical or occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals need to know in order to perform manual therapy on children- especially those with disabilities. The author fully covers the applications of massage therapy for children ages 2 to 18. Pediatric Massage Therapy, Second Edition is well written, well researched, and expertly illustrated to provide a clear, demonstrative guide to pediatric massage. Topics include massage in healthy emotional development, managing psychological stress, physical therapy, and home healthcare. Real-life examples and anecdotes from hands-on therapists help readers relate to specific applications.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0781742196
• ISBN13: 9780781742191
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.5" x 8.5"