[libribook.com] Traumatic Scar Tissue Management 1st Edition

Therapy Principles, Practice and Protocols addresses this problem by
synthesizing evidence into a comprehensive discussion on massage therapy
principles for scar conditions.
The authors include pathological and clinical considerations to help readers
absorb and apply new-found knowledge. They describe outcomes from a
biopsychosocial perspective rather than adhering to a biomedical model,
reflecting the truth about scars: once they become chronic, clients are the experts
in how the scars feel, move and contribute to or impair function. The authors
wisely emphasize the far-reaching consequences and life-altering effects of
traumatic scarring that may result in clients feeling betrayed by their bodies. And
they stress the importance of professionalism, boundaries and good
communication skills when addressing clients with scars. Clients often share
information about their scars that they may have not told anyone else. Indeed,
many clients are grateful for the opportunity to discuss scar conditions because
they might not have felt free enough to discuss them with any other person.
In addition, Traumatic Scar Tissue Management: Massage Therapy Principles,
Practice and Protocols recognizes the need for client respect and choice. Since
clients are often protective or concerned about their scars, therapists must
educate the client about the possibilities for treatment and establish a clear
informed consent before proceeding. The authors demonstrate the need for a
transparent therapeutic process and discuss the complexities of the client–
therapist partnership at length.
The authors draw upon decades of clinical experience and perspective. I have
had the privilege of knowing Cathy Ryan for several years as both colleague and
friend. I have read her cogent and thoughtful articles in both Massage Therapy
Canada and Touch U with great interest. Our professional roles have intersected
for many years and when discussions arise regarding how to move forward on a
problem, Cathy’s quiet and articulate presence helps to find practical and
evidence-informed solutions. This book draws upon Cathy’s passion for writing
as well as her considerable knowledge about how fascia works and how it might
impact the development and treatment of scarring.
I first had the pleasure to meet Nancy Keeney Smith after she presented her
research at the 2013 Massage Therapy Foundation Research Conference in
Boston. Nancy shared case reports based on over 10 years’ work at Children’s
Burns Camp of North Florida. She told passionate, compelling and remarkable