Description
Title: Therapeutic Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide to Professional Competence
Author: Paula S. Stone
Published Date: Jul 26, 2010
Published by Prentice Hall
Copyright © 2011
Purchase Info
ISBN-10: 0-13-157924-X
ISBN-13: 978-0-13-157924-8
Format: Book
Details
This book teaches all areas of core reflexology knowledge for students in classes or programs at all levels. Paula S. Stone takes a medically sound, anatomical and physiological viewpoint, while acknowledging other holistic paradigms. Beginners will learn the foundations of reflexology history and theory; as well as techniques and sequences carefully supported by case studies and clinical research. Tips, notes, and graduated learning sequences help practitioners progress smoothly to intermediate and advanced clinical skills. A companion Professional DVD demonstrates a wide spectrum of reflexology techniques and practices, from table and chair set-ups to master-level techniques shown in no other package. Some additional features include:
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Professionally Produced, Full-Color Reflex Maps
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More than 200 Color Figures
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Technique Boxes
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18 Step-by-Step Illustrated Protocols
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50+ “Information-at-a-Glance” Tables
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More than 450 Key Terms, Organized Into Specialized Glossaries
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Teaching DVD with Cross-References in the Book
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Tips, Suggestions, Hints, and Insider Knowledge
Table of Contents
Part I: Overview of Reflexology Chapter
1: Introduction to Reflexology Chapter
2: Theories of Reflexology Chapter
3: Zone Therapy, Meridian Therapy, and Reflexology Chapter
4: Forms of Reflexology Chapter
5: Reflexology, Massage, and Allied Practices
Part II: The Reflexology Practice Chapter
6: Wellness Models Chapter
7: Session Fundamentals and Charting Chapter
8: Reflexology Practice and Business Chapter
9: Self-Care for Reflexologists
Part III: Fundamentals of Reflexology Chapter
10: Orientation to the Body Chapter
11: Anatomy and Physiology of the Foot and Leg Chapter
12: Guidelines and Stabilization Chapter
13: Touch, Thumb and Finger Techniques
Part IV: Reflexology in Practice Chapter
14: The Body Chapter
15: Integumentary System Chapter
16: Skeletal System Chapter
17: Muscular System Chapter
18: Nervous System Chapter
19: Cardiovascular System Chapter
20: Sensory System Chapter
21: Respiratory System Chapter
22: Endocrine System Chapter
23: Lymphatic System and Immunity Chapter
24: Digestive System Chapter
25: Urinary System Chapter
26: Reproductive System
Appendices
A: Resources
B: Professional Ethics and Standards of Practice
C: Charts
D: Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
E: Table of Health Challenges
F: Glossary
Biological and Medical Terms
Body Orientation and Movement
Reflexology and Bodywork Terms
Reflexology Techniques
Reflexology Reflexes
Business and Practice Terms
G: Bibliography
General Interest
Business, Ethics, Philosophy, Intention
Reflexology, Massage, and Other Forms of Bodywork
Allied Practices
Indices
Index of Reflexes
Index of Tables
Index of Figures
Index