Massage Therapy Research

by TiffanyFieldPhD (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2006

  $35.39

  This book examines the research base of touch or massage therapy, and describes the practical application of these results in practice. Written by the Director of the world-renowned Touch Research Institutes in the USA, each chapter gives a clear and authoritative review of what is reliably known about the effects of touch in a variety of clinical conditions. Provides a thorough yet concise review of recent research related to the importance of touch. Offers practical guidance to healthcare professionals whose work involves physical contact with patients. . Becomes a new book as new studies will be incorporated. . Research techniques, not previously included.