Learning and Assessment -- Brief history of massage -- Part A -- Underpinning Knowledge 1. Health, Safety and Hygiene 2. Body systems and the physiological and psychological effects of massage -- Part B -- Consultation, preparation, and massage movements 3. Professional conduct, ethics and preparation, Client consultation 4. Classification of massage and the effleurage group 5. Petrissage Group 6. Percussion and vibration groups -- Part C -- Massage routines and adaptations 7. Massage routines 8. Adapting massage for specific conditions 9. Additional techniques 10. Mechanical massage 11. Introduction to sports massage.
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"This new edition of Body Massage: Therapy Basics has been thoroughly updated to meet 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." -- Publisher website.