Includes bibliographical references (p. 146-147) and index.
CONTENTS NOTE
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Ch. 1. Theory and science of sports massage -- Ch. 2. Techniques and basic skills -- Ch. 3. Restorative sports massage -- Ch. 4. Sports massage at athletic events -- Ch. 5. Maintenance sports massage -- Ch. 6. Planning and giving sports massage -- Ch. 7. Implementing a sports massage program -- App. A. Sanitary guidelines for sports massage at events -- App. B. Massage licensing laws
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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"Updated and invigorated, Understanding Sports Massage, Second Edition, provides readers with an understanding of the fundamental theory and practical basis for using sports massage to keep athletes in top shape, recover from injuries, and improve performance. Like the successful first edition, Understanding Sports Massage is ideal for sport professionals and students in sports massage training programs. The book illustrates and explains massage techniques in detail and describes the procedures involved in conducting effective sports massage sessions, including determining goals, organizing the session, and choosing and applying techniques."--Back cover.