Body Mechanics and Self-care Manual

Body Mechanics and Self-care Manual
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Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Appleton & Lange
Total Pages : 308
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015050017584
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Book Synopsis Body Mechanics and Self-care Manual by : Marian Wolfe Dixon

Download or read book Body Mechanics and Self-care Manual written by Marian Wolfe Dixon and published by McGraw-Hill/Appleton & Lange. This book was released on 2001 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book shows bodywork professionals who may be experiencing symptoms of fatigue, stress, or overuse, how to heal themselves and prevent injuries from recurring. It teaches healthy bodyworkers how to stay that way, and to help clients who suffer from repetitive motion injuries. Chapter topics include principles of physics--moving and static objects, weight and pressure; eastern influences on body mechanics; unpatterning; repetitive motion and other common injuries; taking care of yourself--physiologically and psychologically; and adaptations for special populations/conditions. For all licensed massage therapists, neuropaths, chiropractors and chiropractic assistants, acupuncturists, physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, certified nursing assistants, and expressive art therapists.


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