The best-selling pathology textbook for massage therapy is now in its Fourth Edition. The book presents detailed information on the etiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment of over 200 diseases and conditions, emphasizing how massage influences the disease and healing processes and how therapists can maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks.

This edition includes Modality Recommendation Charts offering specific advice about modalities to pursue or avoid in various circumstances. The book has been reorganized to include an introductory chapter on fundamental concepts and a concluding chapter on cancer. New topics covered include myeloma, sickle cell disease, and autism spectrum disorders.

A bound-in CD-ROM includes animations, video clips, interactive flashcards, quiz questions, an audio glossary, and printable client history forms.

Chapter 1: Fundamental Concepts in Pathology
Chapter 2: Integumentary System Conditions
Chapter 3: Musculoskeletal System Conditions
Chapter 4: Nervous System Conditions
Chapter 5: Circulatory System Conditions
Chapter 6: Lymph and Immune System Conditions
Chapter 7: Respiratory System Conditions
Chapter 8: Digestive System Conditions
Chapter 9: Endocrine System Conditions
Chapter 10: Urinary System Conditions
Chapter 11: Reproductive System Conditions
Chapter 12: Principles of Cancer

Appendix A: Medications and Massage
Appendix B: Research Literacy
Appendix C (on bound-in CD-ROM): Client Endangerments
Appendix D (on bound-in CD-ROM): Taking a Client History
Appendix E (on bound-in CD-ROM): Pathologies in Brief

Glossary
Illustration Credits
Index