Su Fox & Darien Pritchard
This book addresses anatomy, physiology and pathology, specifically aimed at the massage therapist. It provides a solid base for the student and early practitioner to learn the physical make-up of the body, giving a broad introduction to the body's physical functioning. The emphasis is on the body systems and aspects most relevant to the dynamics of massage, such as muscle activity, stress response, tension and relaxation, and the effect of touch. The book looks at: terminology; chemistry of the body; cells, tissues, organs and body systems; movement systems - the main bones and skeletal muscles; communication systems - the nervous, endocrine and immune systems; maintenance, growth and repair - the respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular, urinary and reproductive systems.
228pp, 10.5 x 8, illus. ... Paperback
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Dr Justine Dobson
In the course of her work as a cranial osteopath, Dr Dobson discovered that the most effective cranial changes were achieved by working with babies. Helped by the work of other pioneering cranial therapists, painstaking investigations have made possible the reclaiming of an ancient tradition, but this time based on fact and science. Immediately accessible for parents and the lay-reader, this is also an important manual for health practitioners.
318pp, 9x7, illus. ... Paperback
Wendy Kavanagh
Research shows that babies who are massaged are more alert, gain weight faster and sleep more soundly while reflexology promotes relaxation and can help relieve discomforts such as colic. Massage can also reduce stress levels in parents, helping them to be more responsive to their babies' needs. This easy step-by-step guide shows how you can make calming and loving touch a part of your baby's daily routine from birth. Includes reflexology and head massage routines, plus ways to relieve common ailments such as colic, teething, earache and congestion.
112pp, 9.25x7.5, illus.... Paperback
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Mantak Chia
Unlike Western massage, which concentrates on muscles, the Tao employs one's own internal life force energy, or Chi, to strengthen and rejuvenate both internal and external organs.
128pp, 9x6, illus. Paperback
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Simeon Niel-Asher
This practical manual explains how to treat chronic pain through trigger points - those tender, painful nodules that form in muscle fibers and connective tissues. Organized by muscle groups, the book emphasizes hands-on techniques for bringing immediate relief by stimulating the flow of oxygen to the trigger point. Each two-page spread features detailed color illustrations on one side and straightforward text on the other identifying each muscle's origin, insertion, action, and function. In addition, the author discusses the physiological implications of the trigger points in each muscle, and techniques for treatment.
160pp, 10.8x8.5, illus. ... ISBN 0954318854 ... Paperback
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Jack Painter
In our busy contemporary world many people are beginning to realize that to find relief from steadily increasing anxiety and tension they need to pay more attention to their bodies. Deep holistic bodywork, as outlined in this book, meets this need. Painter’s method, Postural Integration, helps the individual by a direct deep softening and reorganizing of the connective tissue which envelopes and coordinates the entire muscular system. Postural Integration is unique in working not only to release deep and chronic muscular tension but also to harmonize this release with the freeing of our “armoured” emotions and blocked breathing. With many illustrations and case histories, this book is accessible to the lay reader as well as the professional bodyworker. "This clear and timely book reflects how deeply he has thought about his work and how far he has taken it. Jack goes beyond any of the models I’m familiar with." - Ron Kurtz
204pp, 9x6, illus. ... ISBN 0938405012 ... Paperback
Grace Halliday
Written for the therapists dealing with patients suffering from a wide variety of common ailments and degenerative diseases. Most of these problems are related to dysfunction of the lymphatic system and the resulting toxic build-up. Deep Lymphatic Therapy restores the lymphatic system ennabling it to remove toxins, metabolic wastes and cellular debris from the body. Grace Halliday has been a leading practitioner of this therapy for over 50 years.
144pp, 10x7.5, illus. ... Paperback
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Art Riggs
This book of massage techniques is designed for use by experienced massage therapists who have completed basic training. Instructions are accompanied by two or three photographs per page, demonstrating the different massage strokes together with anatomical illustrations. Topics include the principles of deep tissue massage, how to cultivate sensitivity in touch, biomechanics for injury prevention, and specific strategies for specific injuries. Providing both theory and hands-on instruction, this is the best reference available.
228pp, 10x8, illus. ... Paperback
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John Douillard
Five thousand years old, Ayurvedic massage has been shown to still the mind and body by lowering metabolic rates and inspiring feelings of peace and calm. Often administered as a part of a three-, five-, or seven-day program, these treatments are an integral part of deep cleansing, rejuvenation, and life-extension Ayurvedic programs called "panchakarma or "kya kalpa. This book by a noted practitioner features more than 15 of these treatments, each described in step-by-step detail and some synchronized with two therapists for up to two hours in length. It provides the reader with all the tools necessary to begin Ayurvedic treatments.
310pp, 9.25x7, illus. ... Paperback
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Sandy Fritz
Well referenced coverage discusses the latest research in massage therapy and directs readers to additional literature on the topics in each chapter. More than 600 illustrations enhance the understanding and comprehension of each topic presented. Practical Applications are included in each chapter to support competency-based learning and to enable readers to see the way material applies to real practice.
688pp, illus. ... Hardback
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Roman Strossenreuther & Michael Foeldi
This comprehensive guide to manual lymph drainage covers the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the lymphatic system, providing key background information necessary for effective treatment. Chapters are structured according to anatomic regions, focusing on the lymphatic knots and their tributary regions in the throat, armpit, trunk, and groin. Photographs illustrate the lymphatic knots and lymphatic courses, which are drawn on the human body, and provide a clear picture of the structures to be treated. Designated points are numbered to illustrate the progression of treatment in each region. Also includes coverage of complete decongestive therapy (CDT).
120pp, 9.25x7.5, illus. ... Paperback
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Carollanne Crichton
This DVD will show you everything you need to know to begin your hot stone massage practice. You will learn about the various types of stones, textures and shapes as well and the benefits and cautions related to stone therapy. Then Carollanne Crichton will lead you through a basic hot stone massage utilizing foundation layouts and hot stone massage techniques. After addressing some frequently asked questions, Carollanne then shows a cool moonstone facial massage. This can be incorporated into an actual facial, or done on its own. Finally Carollanne introduces six advanced restorative protocols that cover a variety of dysfunctions. In each protocol you will learn how to evaluate your client, and then where to place the stones to benefit each dysfunction. Finally she shows how to trace each meridian to help balance the body. These protocols are advanced stone massage techniques that will help any stone massage therapist’s practice.
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Take your stone massage to the next level with these unique advanced treatments not shown anywhere else. This DVD features five routines that include creative uses for stones in many situations. The Sports massage routine shows how to use stones in a pre-event sports massage, as well as tennis elbow, knee pain and shoulder issues. This includes hot and cold stones at the same time for joint pain. The Pregnancy massage routine uses warm stones in a side posture massage and is great for anyone who has difficulty laying on their back. The Meridian routine provides a foundation layout for the legs in side-posture, and traces 3 meridians in the legs. The Detoxification routine shows a light-touch stone massage focusing on the lymphatic system and increasing venous return. The Restorative routine shows 3 restorative postures and how to use hot stones to increase relaxation while the client lays in a relaxing yoga pose on the table. This is unique work that will enhance your current stone practice.
Steven & Donna Finando
In this guide to the treatment of muscle pain, Steven & Donna Finando present evaluation and palpation techniques for reducing trigger points - and thereby alleviating pain - in the most clinically significant musculature of the body. A user’s manual for health care practitioners, Informed Touch examines a wide range of pain patterns and their treatment. Introductory chapters include discussion of the oriental medicine concept of Qi and its relationship to myology, information on trigger point location and activation, and palpatory skill-building techniques. Detailed information on each muscle, including pain-pattern and trigger-point illustrations and specific palpation instructions, allows clinicians to locate specific areas quickly and accurately. A visual index, showing reduced versions of the pain-pattern illustrations, makes it easy for clinicians to identify the muscles that may be involved. Informed Touch answers the reference needs of the growing community of physical therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and massage therapists.
160pp, 11x8½, illus. ... Hardback
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Jane Scrivener
LaStone therapy blends the ancient Native American art of stone massage with modern bodywork techniques. It is growing in popularity as a way of providing relief for stiff and aching muscles, improving circulation and bringing about deep relaxation and rejuvenation. This manual: explains the principles behind LaStone therapy - what it is and what it does; details the health benefits; reveals how LaStone provides deeper, more sustained massage than conventional methods; explains the Native American traditions which underpin LaStone. Basalt and marble stones are heated and placed under soft towels at the body's energy points including the hands, along the back, the stomach and the forehead; cooled stones are also used to soothe inflammation and to comfort tired eyes, or are used in conjunction with heated stones as a form of thermotherapy.
160pp, 8.5x5.25, illus. ... Paperback
Published price £9.99 -- You save £2.00 ... 20%
Sean Riehl
This beautiful 90 minute video will guide you through the anatomy of the lymphatic system, the location of nodes and drainage patterns, as well as contraindications and indications for lymphatic drainage massage. Then Sean Riehl leads you step by step through over 60 techniques covering the face and body.With a clear presentation and hundreds of computer graphics, learning Lymphatic Drainage has never been easier. Also included are techniques to perform Lymphatic Drainage on yourself, as well as an interview with Allen Mills, a prominent Lymphatic Drainage therapist. Detailed contents: Anatomy of the lymphatic system, Edema, Contraindications, Indications, Technique, The face routine, The upper body routine, The deep abdomen routine, The lower body routine, Self lymph drainage of the face.
90 mins ... DVD - All Regions
Margaret McCarthy
This volume shows the relationship between degenerative disease and physiological malfunction within the body. It describes in detail the various techniques which may be used to treat the consequent symptoms simply, effectively and economically. To illustrate the range of situations in which the techniques can be used, case studies are included which serve to underline their effectiveness.
140pp, 10x7, illus. ... Paperback
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Gayle MacDonald
Professional bodyworkers are often taught that cancer is a contraindication. However, Gayle MacDonald affirms that Skilled touch is beneficial at nearly every stage of cancer. Massage can address not only the physical needs of the patient, but also other needs which are often as important - emotional, social and spiritual ones. To support her thesis, MacDonald quotes a body of research which is impressive though still in its early stages. To this, she adds her own and colleagues' experience in hospitals where massage has the support of the oncologists and nursing staff and is practiced alongside standard medical procedures. The reader will be impressed by the range of bodywork modalities which are available for the cancer patient. This book is not a teaching manual of technique, rather it summarises the methods, benefits and appropriateness for different stages of the disease. Massage ranges from non-touch energy therapies, for patients whose condition renders even gentle touch too painful or potentially dangerous, to deep touch modalities which are of particular usefulness during the final stages of recovery.
192pp, 11x8½, illus. ... Paperback
Mosby's Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage is an interactive, easy-to-read text that is designed for both the new student of massage, and for the evolving practitioner seeking a resource for continuing education. It is an essential text for students of massage therapy and a user-friendly reference for any health care professional with an interest in alternative treatments.
448pp, 11x9, illus. ... Paperback
Published price £26.00 -- You save £8.01 ... 31%
Providing valuable information on how to skillfully apply massage techniques, this practical text is the most widely-used massage therapy resource available! The new edition of this best-selling text includes discussions on sanitation, hygiene, body mechanics, business practices, ethics, and much more. Each chapter builds on the one before it, beginning with the basics and expanding to therapeutic applications, as well as providing an introduction to complementary bodywork systems. Workbook features are integrated throughout the text, with interactive case studies that help readers understand and apply key topics. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.
682pp, 28x21cm ... Paperback
Published price £38.99 -- You save £9.00 ... 23%
Elaine Stillerman
An illustrated guide to alleviating the discomforts caused by the myriad changes that occur in women’s bodies when expecting a baby. Designed to be used either alone or with a partner, Mother Massage provides many useful techniques - full body massage; preparation for labour and birthing massage; massage for the post-natal and nursing stages; and infant massage - all explained and in step-by-step, illustrated detail, plus special massages for treating numerous other specific pre and post-natal ailments.
168pp, 9x7, illus. ... Paperback
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Stephen Russell & Jurgen Kolbe
Sexuality is a powerful creative force, but in Western life it is also the source of guilt, shame and anxiety, which can block and pollute much of our deep sexual energy. This unique guide to the ancient Taoist system of sexual massage will help you free your erotic energies, harmonize body and spirit and release your creative powers. Detailed illustrations and evocative photographs coupled with clear instructions will help you master the art of this pleasure enhancing form of massage.
192pp, 9½x5½, illus. ... Paperback
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Kathy L Kain
This is the first book on Ortho-Bionomy, a bodywork technique which is quickly gaining popularity among laypeople and therapists from all bodywork disciplines. Ortho-Bionomy was created 20 years ago by Dr Arthur Lincoln Pauls, an osteopath with training in the martial arts. Pauls wanted a system of bodywork which would teach structural understanding of the body simply and safely enough that anyone could learn to work with their family and friends. The illustrations and easy-to-understand technical instructions show the standard releases taught in Ortho-Bionomy classes. The student is guided from the beginning of a session to the end, in learning this gentle, effective approach to somatic re-education. Ortho-Bionomy’s primary benefit lies in helping people to break the cycle of pain by learning how to correct structural and somatic dysfunction and to release stress. This non-invasive, quick-acting approach is an effective preparation for mobilisation, movement and therapeutic exercise.
200pp, 11x8.25, illus. ... ISBN 155643250X ... Paperback
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Whitney Lowe
A definitive and accessible resource for all those wanting to use of massage therapy to treat pain and injury conditions, Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders. Recent research into the physiological effects of massage has strengthened the justification for its use in the treatment of soft-tissue pain and injury conditions. Orthopedic soft-tissue problems are common among the general population, whether from sports, occupational activities, or chronic pain. This text presents a comprehensive and in-depth look at the physiological nature of these conditions and the massage treatments most effective for their relief. In the field of orthopedics the successful repair of soft-tissue damage is often a crucial factor in effective rehabilitation. However, most of those who are trained in the use of massage therapy techniques have little opportunity to learn about the orthopedic issues involved. Orthopedic Massage aims to help the clinician understand the relationship between the soft tissues to which they apply their techniques and the overall orthopedic disorder affecting their clients.
260pp, illus. ... Paperback
Published price £26.99 -- You save £2.70 ... 10%
Su Fox
Provides information about common medical conditions, underlying causes, signs and symptoms, and indications and contraindications for massage. Easy-to-follow, double-indexed format.
160pp ... Paperback
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Eddie Caldwell
There are now more courses than ever before which offer the student the opportunity to learn this versatile technique. "Remedial Massage Therapy" is a reference tool for any student or practitioner. Remedial massage can be used on numerous conditions, and also be used in a variety of situations from the confines of a treatment room to the sports field. Fully illustrated with black and white photographs and line drawings, the book takes a comprehensive look at remedial massage. Key areas covered include the history of massage, different massage techniques, muscles and joints, and assessing the patient. A fully detailed section then goes on to cover specific areas of the body, from the neck and shoulder down to the feet and ankles.
224pp, 10x7.5, illus. ... Paperback
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