This book was written from a collaboration of sports massage experts nationwide to address the national standards in sports massage and to prepare massage therapists to be an integral part of the sports medicine team. Originally used to teach a 100 hour clinical sports massage program in Tampa, Florida, this book is now used by schools nationwide to teach event and clinical sports massage techniques. Many graduates of James' programs are currently employed full time by colleges and professional sports teams as a result of the valuable information in this outstanding text. Bulk discounts are available to schools and organizations.