Susan G. Salvo is a massage therapist with more than 30 years of experience. As an author, Susan has written best-selling massage textbooks and created online courses and instructional videos. She has a master's degree in Educational Leadership and Instructional Technology and is enthusiastic about bringing 21st century resources into the classroom. She has also participated within the professional MT community, notably as a task force member for the Massage Therapy Body of Knowledge (MTBOK) Project. In 2011, Susan was named Teacher of the Year during the World Massage Therapy Festival. She holds memberships in several prestigious associations and societies and is very passionate about massage therapy and massage education.

UNIT ONE FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE, COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE METHODS, AND BUSINESS PRACTICES
1 History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies, Organizations, and Associations
2 The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries
3 Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and the Massage Environment
4 Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care
5 Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy
6 Massage Therapy Research
7 Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping
8 Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications
9 Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness
10 Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals
11 Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children, Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those With Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments
12 Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures
13 Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice
14 Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical Application Methods
15 Seated Massage: Principles and Practice
16 Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles
17 Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and Planning
UNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY
18 Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass
19 Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
20 Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
21 Kinesiology
22 Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries
23 Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
24 Endocrine System and Pathologies
25 Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
26 Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders
27 Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions
28 Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
29 Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders
30 Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders
Glossary
Biography Index
Index