This 384-page volume is divided into two primary sections. The first part covers the history of massage, fundamental anatomy, physiology, and the mechanisms of action for various sports massage techniques. The second part is highly practical, featuring numerous photographic illustrations and a dedicated video section containing 54 clips that demonstrate real-life application of manual techniques across different body regions. It is designed as a resource for students and professionals in physiotherapy and sports medicine.
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Sports Massage & Complementary Techniques
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The book is a theoretical and practical introduction to the application of basic massage manoeuvres in combination with complementary techniques. After a look at the history of massage, the book goes on to explore in depth aspects of anatomy, physiology and muscular pathology. The first part ends with a description of different aspects of sports massage. The second part, highly practical and illustrated with numerous series of photographs, is devoted to applied techniques and it is divided into sections for different body areas. The book is enriched by videos showing real-life films of practical massage sequences.
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ISBN: 9788870515213
- The book is structured into two main parts: Part 1 covers the history of massage, anatomy, physiology, and sports principles; Part 2 is organized by body region, detailing specific manual maneuvers and complementary techniques for each area.
Claudio Zimaglia
Claudio Zimaglia is a professional physiotherapist and osteopath who specializes in high-level sports medicine. He has extensive experience working with professional athletes, including collaborations with the Piatti Tennis Team, and serves as a teacher at the ASOMI osteopathy academy in Turin, Italy.
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