Product Description

A new edition of the comprehensive, practical handbook for students of sports therapy and anyone wanting a performance advantage. The Complete Guide to Sports Massage has been fully updated, and is now in full colour, with new photographs demonstrating massage technique throughout. Sports massage is the skilled manipulation of soft tissue for: the relief and treatment of muscle soreness and pain; the maintenance of muscle balance and improved flexibility; and enhanced rehabilitation from injury. Highly illustrated and packed with jargon-free information and practical tips, this comprehensive manual includes principles and techniques of massage (including step-by-step instructions); injury management and post-massage care; and practical guidance on working at a sports event.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #10088 in Books
• Published on: 2007-12-14
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

About the Author
Tim Paine is a highly experienced authority on sports therapy, and founder and director of the respected Academy of Sports Therapy. He has worked as a sports therapist providing sports therapy training for over 14 years. Tim co-ordinates the Sports Therapy degree programme at the University of Bedfordshire.

Customer Reviews

Excellent book, a must for therapists
An excellent and concise book. A must for all those interested in Sports Therapy or just Sports Massage. On e of the best books on the market, not as intense as Mel Cash's books but more readable . Excellent work Mr Paine.

Excellent book for all
A Book for all whether you are a new comer to sports injuries or an old hand at it. Was so impressed by the book that I went on to do Tim Paine sports therapy course at Luton University.