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The Massage Connection: Anatomy and Physiology Kalyani Premkumar MBBS, MD, MSc, RMT
This human textbook is focused on the anatomy and physiology needs of massage therapy students and practitioners. It gives extensive coverage of the major body systems- integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous -crucial for massage therapy. It also provides an overview of other body systems so students have a well-rounded understanding of anatomy and physiology. It is one our latest favorites. Muscle physiology and pathologies as it relates to massage and the issues you find during your work are carefully explained.