Clinical Reflexology by Peter A Mackereth
Reviews the origins and theories of reflexology. This book examines the therapeutic relationship and a model of working with patients using reflexology, in a health care setting. It explores the therapeutic value of reflexology in terms of its diagnostic, treatment claims and contraindications.
Peter is the Clinical Lead for Complementary Therapies (CTs) at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Manchester and University Reader in Integrated Health at the University of Derby (Buxton Campus). He is a registered nurse, and has worked in intensive care, neurology and oncology. Peter has an MA in Medical Ethics and has completed a PhD project examining reflexology vs. relaxation training for people with MS. In 2003 the Complementary Therapy team at the Christie received the prestigious Prince of Wales's Good Practice Award. In 2004 the team won the Dept of Health's Manchester and Regional Innovations Awards in Long-term Care. In 2005 Peter was given the National Public Servant Award hosted by the Guardian Newspaper. The team is currently working on a number of research and audit projects exploring outcomes for acupuncture, hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, creative imagery/relaxation and reflexology. Peter has published widely and speaks regularly at conferences and study days.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780443071201 |
| ISBN 10 | 0443071209 |
| Title | Clinical Reflexology |
| Author | Peter A Mackereth |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Year published | 2002-07-18 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
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