Scientific Massage and Hydrotherapy - Hardcover

by The College of Swedish Massage (Author)

Scientific Massage and Hydrotherapy is a comprehensive guidebook for massage therapists and hydrotherapists. Written by The College of Swedish Massage, this book provides detailed information on the scientific principles behind massage and hydrotherapy, as well as practical techniques and applications.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers massage, including the history and principles of massage, anatomy and physiology, and various massage techniques. It also includes information on how to set up a massage practice, including business and ethical considerations.The second part of the book covers hydrotherapy, which is the use of water in the treatment of various conditions. This section includes information on the properties of water, the different types of hydrotherapy treatments, and how to use hydrotherapy in conjunction with massage.Throughout the book, there are numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and concepts being discussed. There are also case studies and examples of how massage and hydrotherapy have been used to treat specific conditions.Overall, Scientific Massage and Hydrotherapy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in massage and hydrotherapy, whether they are a student, a practitioner, or simply interested in learning more about these therapies.This is a new release of the original 1939 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.