Books about Massage: for Students:
Q&A Review for Massage Therapy and BodyWork Examination

1. Massage National Exam Questions and Answers (2004-05)
2. The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork vol.1 (Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology) (2003)
3. The Ultimate Study Guide for the NCETMB vol.2 (Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions) (2003)
4. The Ultimate Study Guide for the NCETMB vol.3 (Massage Therapy and Bodywork: Theory, Assessment and Application. Professional Standards, Ethics and Business Practices) (2003)
5. Prentice Hall Health's Question & Answer Review of Massage Therapy, 3rd Ed. (Book with CD-ROM - 2003)
6. Mosby's Massage Therapy Review (Book with CD-ROM - 2002)
7. Review for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certification (2002)
8. Prentice Hall Health's Outline Review of Massage Therapy (Book with CD-ROM - 2002)
9. Appleton & Lange's Quick Review: Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (1999)

Massage National Exam Questions and Answers
by Daphna R. Moore

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Every question given on the Nat'l Certification Exam since 1993 and includes the latest questions given January & February 2003. Oriental modalities, A& P, kinesiology, systems, clinical pathology, origins/insertions of muscles + over 85 contraindications therapists should be aware of. Acupressure points, channels, pathways, meridians, Ayurvedic modalities and all other non-invasive forms of bodywork. Continues to be the Best Seller for Nat'l Exam preparation. -- This text refers to the 20003 edition


About the Author
Daphna R. Moore retired A MTA massage instructor in the Boulder/Denver, Colorado area for many years. Past member of AMTA and Sports and Athletic Massage Teacher. Also a Certified Nurse Assistant, Professional Numerologist and Publishing Consultant for Self-Publishing Seminars.

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The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers (Topics: Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology) Volume 1
by Patrick Leonardi

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This is the most specific and thorough study guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This test preparation study guide consists of the following topics: Western: Integumentary System, Skeletal System, Muscular System, Nervous System, Endocrine System, Cardiovascular System, Lymphatic & Immune System, Respiratory System, Digestive System, Urinary System, Reproductive System, Cranial-Sacral System, Biomechanics & Kinesiology, and Basic Medical Terminology. Non-Western topics include the following: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Primary Meridians, Organ Physiology, Extraordinary Meridians, Five Element Theory, and Other Energetic Systems.

This is Volume 1 of a three volume series. Volume 2 covers clinical pathology and recognition of various conditions. Volume 3 covers massage therapy and bodywork: theory, assessment and application. Volume 3 also includes professional standards, ethics and business practices.


Reader Review
Awesome!!, December 1, 2003
Reviewer: summerrain11 from Houston, TX USA
951 questions and answers!! This book was essential to my passing the NCBTMB the first time. I learned a great deal from this book and well as from Volumes 2 and 3. I was surprised at the number of test questions about Traditional Chinese Medicine. This book provides a great deal of information on that topic.

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The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers (Topics: Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions) Volume 2
by Patrick Leonardi

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This is the most specific and thorough study guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This test preparation study guide consists of the following chapters: Integumentary Pathology, Pathology of the Skeletal System, Pathology of the Muscular System, Pathology of the Nervous System, Endocrine Pathology, Pathology of the Cardiovascular System, Pathology of the Lymphatic and Immune Systems, Pathology of the Respiratory System, Pathology of the Digestive System, Urinary Pathology, and Pathology of the Reproductive System.

This is Volume 2 of a three volume series. Volume 1 covers Human Anatomy, Physiology and Kinesiology (Western and Non-Western). Volume 3 covers Massage Therapy and Bodywork: Theory, Assessment and Application. Volume 3 also includes Professional Standards, Ethics and Business Practices.


Reader Review
Very Helpful in Memorizing Pathology, November 19, 2003
Reviewer: intellibunny (see more about me at Amazon.com) from Boulder City, NV United States
This guide was an excellent resource in getting me to understand and remember various diseases a massage therapist needs to be aware of. I passed the NCBTMB exam yesterday with HIGH in each category and these guides helped A LOT in preparation!

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The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers (Topics: Massage Therapy and Bodywork: Theory, Assessment and Application. Professional Standards, Ethics and Business Practices) Volume 3
by Patrick Leonardi

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This is the most specific and thorough study guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This test preparation study guide consists of the following: Massage Therapy and Bodywork: Theory, Assessment, Application, Touch Therapy Modalities, Holistic Principles, Professional Standards, Ethics, and Business Practices.

This is Volume 3 of a three volume series. Volume 1 covers Human Anatomy, Physiology and Kinesiology (Western and Non-Western). Volume 2 covers Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions.


Reader Review
Great Study Guide for the NCETMB, Must Buy!, May 27, 2003
A reader from San Diego, CA
I found this book extremely helpful for the national certification test (NCETMB). The questions were of similiar type to the national test. This study guide gave me confidence and helped me get rid of some of my test anxiety. I also used Volume 2 (Clincal Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions)ISBN: 0971999651 and Volume 1 (Human Anatomy, Physiology and Kinesiology)ISBN: 0971999643. I highly recommend these 3 study guides for the national test. I found them to be the best.

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Prentice Hall Health's Question & Answer Review of Massage Therapy, Third Edition
by Jane Schultz Garofano, Thomas R. Dye

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From the Back Cover
Q&A Review for Massage Therapy is an ideal resource to prepare for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Organized by the key content areas, this review book provides comprehensive, clear, concise information on all of the unique needs of the massage therapist. A practice exam, with 150 questions, and accompanying CD-ROM provide a definitive edge in board examination preparation. As you build confidence by digging into this rich content review, you will find that the Prentice Hall Health test preparation system is a blueprint for success across the boards!

About the Author
Jane S. Garofano, Ph.D., LMT, NCTMB is a nationally certified massage therapist. She is the Owner/Director of the JSG School of Massage Therapy in Paramus, New Jersey, where she also instructs in anatomy and physiology and national board certification.

Table of Contents
1. Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology.
2. Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions.
3. Massage Therapy and Bodywork Theory, Assessment, and Practice.
4. Professional Standards, Ethics, and Business Practice.
5. Comprehensive Simulated Exam.

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Mosby's Massage Therapy Review
by Sandy Fritz

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Book Description
This new review system is designed to help students prepare for and pass school-administered exams, state and local licensing exams, and the National Certification Exam administered by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Nearly 800 multiple-choice questions plus answer keys and rationales, as well as 40 labeling exercises and unique case-study/critical thinking questions, make up this comprehensive review. Mosby's Massage Therapy Review covers topics from four essential categories: Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology; Clinical Pathology and Indications and Contraindications for Massage Application; Massage Therapy and Bodywork; and Professional Standards, Ethics, and Business Practices. A FREE CD-ROM offers even more practice and familiarizes the user with taking the exam in an electronic format.

Reader Review
Mosby Review Guide, June 4, 2002
Reviewer: A reader from MI
Wow! What a wonderful concept by Mosby to finally have a study guide for the National Certification Exam. This book is unlike any other in the fact that it hits every possible question type that you could encounter while taking the exam. This book was great in the sense that it allowed me to see where I was lacking, so therefore I could check over the material that I was less adequate in. I liked the information given on the different question types such as factual recall, clinical reasoning ect... It helped me to understand how to pass the National Exam. Therefore I am happy to give this book an astounding rating because it is something that has assisted me through my career. Thank you!

Table of Contents
Section I
Chapter 1 - The Body as a Whole
Chapter 2 - Mechanisms of Health and Disease
Chapter 3 - Medical Terminology
Chapter 4 - Nervous System Basics and the Central Nervous System
Chapter 5 - The Peripheral Nervous System
Chapter 6 - The Endocrine System
Chapter 7 - The Skeletal System
Chapter 8 - The Joints
Chapter 9 - The Muscles
Chapter 10 - Biomechanics Basics
Chapter 11 - The Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
Chapter 12 - The Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive Systems

Section II
Chapter 13 - Foundations of Therapeutic Applications of Touch
Chapter 14 - Professionalism and Legal Issues
Chapter 15 - Medical Terminology for Professional Record Keeping
Chapter 16 - The Scientific Art of Therapeutic Massage
Chapter 17 - Indications and Contraindications for Therapeutic Massage
Chapter 18 - Hygiene, Sanitation, and Safety
Chapter 19 - Body Mechanics
Chapter 20 - Preparation for Massage
Chapter 21 - Massage Manipulations and Techniques
Chapter 22 - Assessment Procedures for Developing a Care Plan
Chapter 23 - Complementary Bodywork
Chapter 24 - Serving Special Populations
Chapter 25 - Wellness Education
Chapter 26 - Business Considerations for a Career in Therapeutic Massage

Section III
Chapter 27 - Integration Questions Covering Multiple Content

Section IV
Chapter 28 - Labeling Exercises

Appendix
2 Practice Exams
2 Answer Keys

CD-ROM

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Review for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certification
by Joseph Ashton, Duke Cassel, C. Thomas Gualtieri

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Book Description
This review book is designed for massage therapy students and practitioners in preparation for the National Certification Examination (NCE). A detailed yet easy-to-read reference, it covers the main concepts and principles, given in the order of the information tested on the exam. Section review questions allow for absorption of the material. Special boxes highlight practical insights in each chapter. Includes a full practice exam with the same number and type of questions as the exam, plus a full index for quick access to locate topics in the guide.

Reader Review
Good reference for the boards, May 24, 2003
A reader from New York, NY United States
This is a good reference for the NCETMB (National Certification Test). It gives summaries of a lot of information for things needed to know for the NCETMB. I was also recommended another few study guides for the NCETMB by other massage therapists who passed the NCETMB the first time. I'm glad I took their advice because these study guides were just awesome for the type of questions to prepare for on the NCETMB. The study guides I'm referring to is in three volumes that are the following and are available on amazon:
The Ultimate Study Guide for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Key Review Questions and Answers Volume 1 (isbn: 0971999643), Volume 2 (isbn: 0971999651), and Volume 3 (isbn: 097199966X) by Patrick Leonardi
These last three study guides helped me with passing the national certification test easily the first time. I highly recommend all four books. It's well worth the money.

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Prentice Hall Health's Outline Review of Massage Therapy
by Barbara B. Rice

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From the Back Cover
Outline Review for Massage Therapy is an indispensable resource for certification exam preparation. Organized by the key content areas, this review book provides comprehensive, clear, concise information on all of the unique needs of the massage therapist. A large collection of review questions, emphasis on case studies, and accompanying CDROM provide a definitive edge in board examination preparation. As you build confidence by digging into this rich content review, you will find that the Prentice Hall Health test preparation system is a blueprint for success across the boards!

About the Author
Barbara B. Rice, BA, LMT received her BA in Biology from the State University of New York at Oswego and completed the massage therapy program at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy in Sarasota, Florida. She is NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Body Work examination)certified and licensed in New York and Florida. She is also certified in Deep Tissue/Neuromuscular Therapy, Thailand Massage and Prenatal Massage. She was previously the Director of Education for Dahan Institute of Massage Therapy in Las Vegas, Nevada and spent 13 years as a physical therapy aide. She currently operates a therapeutic massage clinic in Lakeland, Florida and is a popular speaker and presenter.

Table of Contents
Test Taking Strategies.

I. THE HUMAN BODY.
A. Directional Terms.
B. Organization of the Human Body.
Planes. Cavities. Abdominal Quadrants. Abdominopelvic Regions.

II. ANATOMY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY.
A. Homeostasis.
B. The Cell.
C. Transport Systems.
D. Histology.
Tissues. Membranes.
E. The Integumentary System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Integumentary System. Massage and the Integumentary System.
F. The Skeletal System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Skeletal System. Articulations: Classifications, Pathology of Articulations. Massage and the Skeletal/Articular Systems.
G. The Muscular System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Muscular System. Massage and the Muscular System.
H. The Nervous System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Nervous System. Massage and the Nervous System.
I. The Endocrine System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Endocrine System. Massage and the Endocrine System.
J. The Cardiovascular System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Cardiovascular System. Massage and the Cardiovascular System.
K. The Lymphatic System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Lymphatic System. Massage and the Lymphatic System.
L. The Respiratory System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Respiratory System. Massage and the Respiratory System.
M. The Digestive System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Digestive System. Massage and the Digestive System.
N. The Excretory System.
Anatomy & Physiology. Pathology of the Excretory System. Massage and the Excretory System.
O. The Reproductive System.
Male: Components, Function. Female: Components, Function.
P. Anatomy & Pathophysiology Examination.
Q. Anatomy & Pathophysiology Examination Answer Key.

III. Muscle Movement/Anatomy.
A. Muscles that Move the Head.
B. Muscles that Move the Scapula.
C. Muscles that Move the Humerus.
D. Muscles that Move the Elbow.
E. Muscles that Move the Wrist.
F. Muscles that Move the Fingers.
G. Muscles that Move the Forearm.
H. Rotator Cuff.
I. Muscles that Move the Trunk.
J. Muscles that Move the Ribs.
K. Muscles that Move the Femur.
L. Muscles that Move the Knee.
M. Muscles that Move the Ankle.
N. Muscles that Move the Toes.
O. Other Muscles.
P. Muscle Movement/Anatomy Examination.
Q. Muscle Movement/Anatomy Examination Answer Key.

IV. MASSAGE AND THE BUSINESS OF MASSAGE.
A. Massage.
Effects and Benefits. Strokes. Contraindications. Endangerment Sites.
B. Performing the Massage.
The Massage Environment. Bolstering. The Massage. Infection Control and Safety. First Aid/CPR.
C. Hydrotherapy.
Cryotherapy. Heat Application.
D. Paraffin.
E. Adjunct Therapies.
Stretching. Muscle Energy Technique/Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. Myofascial Techniques. Passive Positioning. Craniosacral Therapy. Manual Lymph Drainage. Feldenkrais. Hellerwork. Trager. Reflexology. Neuromuscular Therapy. Sport. Trigger Point. Pregnancy Massage.
F. Energy Therapies.
Reiki. Polarity. Therapeutic Touch.
G. Eastern Therapies.
Meridians. Cycles.
H. Business Practices.
Ethics and Professionalism. Record Keeping.
I. Massage and the Business of Massage Examination.
J. Massage and the Business of Massage Examination Answer Key.

V. COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION.

VI. COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION ANSWER KEY.

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Appleton & Lange's Quick Review: Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: 750 Questions & Answers
by Jane S. Garofano

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Book Description
This quick review is designed to help massage therapists and health care professionals successfully pass the NCMTB exam. It includes questions organized into four practice tests with each question coded according to the exam's five content areas to assess areas of strength and weakness. Includes material on Chinese medicine, Holistic principles, and code of ethics reflecting current knowledge required for an entry level practitioner. Designed according to guidelines of NCMTB, providing applicants with an official review for NCMTB test preparation. Five practice tests are included, enabling applicants to review relevant material while becoming familiar with the types of questions given on the exam. Provides applicants with codes (such as “AP = Anatomy and Physiology”)to help them identify topics that require further study. Includes study disk. Provides students with one answer and a brief explanation with references at end of each practice test. For anyone interested in mastering the NCMTB exam.

Book Info
Review for message therapists and health care professionals studying for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB). Includes five practice tests, each with 150 questions, answers, and a brief explanation. Diskette simulates the computer format of the test. Softcover.

Table of Contents
1. Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology.
2. Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions.
3. Massage Therapy and Bodywork Theory, Assessment, and Application.
4. Professional Standards, Ethics, and Business Practices.

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