Review for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certification (LWW Massage Therapy & Bodywork Series),   ISBN:9780781734547

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We recieved the book relatively quickly (about a week), it was in good condition, just as advertized.

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The information part of the book is OK. The sample questions are strikingly different than the several other review/sample test books that I have. What's really amazing is the bad answers. Some of them are so bad that I don't trust any of the answers, which means that the sample questions are worthless. Here's an example: "Which of the following demonstrates good body mechanics?" The answer listed as correct is "Keep the feet and knees close together and bend at the waist." OMG, that's awful! All of the questions have answers A, B, C or D to choose from. But answer 87 in the key is "E". Huh? Didn't anyone proof this book before it was published?

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terrific book to study for the exam. i love the fact that i can also go online and take exams through their link.

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This review book is excellent. Each area has a concise review with key terms and concepts. Excellent diagrams, charts and illustrations are included. At the end of each section is a quiz and a mock 160 question test at the end.

It really helps you see where you need more study or refreshing. The oriental information is adequate, but I would suggest looking up more information to make it more understandable, especially if you didn't have a lot of coursework at your school.

I would suggest at least a 3 week plan of daily review and study prior to your test, about 2-3 hours a day. You cannot get through this book in a couple of days. But you will be prepared!! AND PASS!!

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This book tops the other bodywork review / test prep books that I've purchased. Think of it as excellent class notes, accompanied by diagrams, insights and loads of straight definitions. It appears to cover just about everything you possibly need to know prior to taking the popular national tests. I'll still refer to my class notes, and study my textbooks, but this is a book I'll spend a lot of time with.

Some of the more negative reviewer comments seem to reference the first edition of this guide, because topics mentioned as missing are included in the second edition. Don't let those statements discourage you, because this is a wonderful book.