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Relaxation Techniques:
A Practical Handbook for the Health Care Professional
Payne, Rosemary A.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780443049330 Category: Physical Therapy Publisher: Churchill Livingstone Dimensions: 9.6 x 0.5 x 7.4 in
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Synopsis:
Relaxation Techniques provides the health care professional with a practical introduction to 17 different relaxation techniques that may usefully contribute to patient care. Each technique is easy to teach and use, and has been shown to be effective in the clinical situation. The background theory to each method is also described and its rationale spelled out, thus helping the clinician to select the appropriate technique. All the methods included are suitable for use with both small groups and individuals.Focuses on the practical aspects of relaxation techniques in relation to patient careIncludes both psychological and physical approaches to relaxationProvides ready-to-use schedules and scripts for use with clientsDiscusses the pitfalls as well as the benefits of each methodFully illustrated with both line drawings and photographsEvidence-based text is supported by over 400 references
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