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Sutherland, Christine, 1951-
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Touch -- Therapeutic use.
Massage therapy.
Palliative treatment.
Terminal care.
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Sutherland, Christine, 1951-
Touch -- Therapeutic use.
Massage therapy.
Palliative treatment.
Terminal care.
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Dying in good hands : palliative massage and the power of
touch
/ Christine Sutherland.
by
Sutherland, Christine, 1951-
Brush Education, 2021.
Call #:
615.822 S966d
Subjects
Touch
--
Therapeutic
use
.
Massage therapy.
Palliative treatment.
Terminal care.
ISBN:
9781550598506 (trade pbk)
Description:
256 p. ; 26 cm.
Summary:
"Massage has many physical and emotional benefits for patients in palliative care, from preventing pressure sores and lessening physical pain to creating a tangible connection between the massager and the massaged. In Dying in Good Hands , massage therapists and trainees will find the tools they need for massage at every stage of dying, with stroke sequences adjusted for the unique needs of palliative bodies. Medical professionals will learn how to
use
massage techniques on their patients and how to teach basic techniques to others. And family and friends, even those who have never massaged before, will discover tips to provide hands-on care and support for loved ones in their final moments. Topics include: Basic massage strokes and full-body massage routines --Massage treatments to aid the key areas of the respiratory system, digestion, and circulation --How to deal with the last moments of life and make the last breath more comfortable Massage ideas for the physical and emotional needs of family, friends, and caregivers --Options on where to die, including hospitals, hospices, and home --Real patient stories that showcase the power of massage in making the process of dying more comfortable."--Publisher.
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