MASSAGE for Sport

The use of massage in sport has become more widespread, not only to treat injuries, but also to increase muscle fitness, strength, and flexibility. In Massage for Sport, Joan Watt, an internationally renowned physiotherapist, addresses the rules of massage and its techniques. The book covers sports...

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Main Author: Watt, Joan (Author)
Format: Unknown
Language:English
Published: Wiltshire The Crowood Press 1999
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Summary:The use of massage in sport has become more widespread, not only to treat injuries, but also to increase muscle fitness, strength, and flexibility. In Massage for Sport, Joan Watt, an internationally renowned physiotherapist, addresses the rules of massage and its techniques. The book covers sports massageincluding techniques, contact materials, methods of application, duration, and contra-indicationsand also covers ice massage, aromatherapy, and reflexology as additions to the masseur's skills. Massage for Sport will be invaluable to the student sports masseur, physiotherapist, and coach, as well as to the qualified practitioner.
Item Description:Includes index
Physical Description:158 pages illustrations 24 cm
ISBN:1861261608
9781861261601