A Balanced Life with Source Connection Therapy
by Genie Monte-Pelizzari
Learn about the various forms of massage from around the world. Discover how to assess a person's massage needs and to adapt your technique to the various parts of the body. Find out when to use massage oils and how to create a relaxing, sensual atmosphere.
Tuina, also known as Chinese massage, is one of the cornerstones of Chinese medicine. This comprehensive introduction is written with the needs of the student and beginning practitioner in mind, and covers all the basic principles of the manipulation techniques required to practise Tuina. Manipulations are a core component of the study of Tuina as they are the primary method of carrying out treatment. They are also the most difficult skills to master. This book introduces the definitions, clas...
This comprehensive guide to Chinese cupping therapy details this traditional and effective treatment with extensive clinical examples, commentary, and detailed diagrams. Cupping therapy delivers healing effects by improving blood circulation, promoting smoother flow of qi through meridian points and dispelling cold and dampness in the body. It involves local suction on the skin through vacuum created by heating and subsequent cooling of the air in the cup. Because of its easy application and im...
Breath-taking & Fast Tennis Ball Self Massage Manual
by Doctor Jim Towles
The focus of this book is on a range of quick and simple exercises and massage techniques that you can use on yourself in everyday situations to cope with the many stresses and strains of modern life. It takes a vigorous approach, concentrating on techniques for boosting energy and concentration levels, and the relief of work-related symptoms such as headaches and RSI. Drawing on Taoist studies as well as reflexology and Indian head massage, the book concerns itself with the accessible areas of...
Body Wisdom
by Ursula Wurzburger, Amiyo Ruhnke, and Anando Wuerzburger
This is a guide to simple exercises and techniques which are intended to help the reader to establish and maintain balance, flexibility and wholeness in the body for daily life. The book examines the construction of the body and the rudiments of its energy-flow systems, and contains exercises designed to balance the left and right sides of the brain. There are also exercises to be performed on waking, a workout for commuters, and routines for the office, around the house and preparing for sleep.
Press Here! Face Workouts for Beginners (Press Here!)
by Nadira V Persaud
Press Here Face Workouts for Beginners offers age-defying results through a series of easy-to-follow pressure and massage techniques, which can be used as part of your daily skincare regime. Benefits of facial workouts are more than aesthetics; a daily workout can have remarkable results in the way you feel. You'll be encouraged to focus on the feeling of each movement to identify problem areas or muscle tension in the face which can display deep lines, sagging skin, and an overall tired appeara...
Commonly Used Acupoints For Pediatric Tui Na (Spanish) (R8284)
by Shen-qing Li
Handbook on the Therese C. Pfrimmer Technique of Deep-Muscle Therapy
by Theodoor J Godron