ERGONOMICS: BODY MECHANICS AND SELF CARE FOR BODYWORKERS, 1/e
is a comprehensive, engaging text which helps students develop good ergonomic habits by
assessing their biomechanics and gaining an internal awareness of their posture and
movement patterns.
It combines hands-on techniques for kinesthetic learners, aesthetically
pleasing photography for visual learners, and reviews of anatomy and kinesiology that link
scientific principles with personal body mechanics and self-care.
It presents student-centered coverage of multiple self-care topics, including
exercise, self-massage, relaxation techniques, and stress management, helping
practitioners extend their careers and improve their health. Exclusive threaded worksheets
enable students to build on what they’ve learned in previous chapters, performing tasks
that reflect a holistic understanding of diverse ideas and techniques.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Ergonomics
2. Postural Assessment
3. Assessment of Motion
4. Common Postural Distortions
Part II. Principles into Practice: Techniques, Environment and Self-Care
5. Ergonomic Techniques for the Bodyworker
6. Workplace Environment
7. Self-Care: Exercise
8. Self-Care: Self-Massage
9. Self-Care: Stress Buster
216 pages, Paperback