100 quick-and-effective exercises designed to relieve stress and other minor health problems. Drawing on Taoist studies as well as shiatsu, reflexology and Indian Head Massage, Kristine Kaoverii Weber shows you how to harness the healing power of self-massage. All the techniques are explained with step-by-step pictures alongside clear instructions, so they're easy to understand and perform. Plus, each exercise focuses on accessible areas of the body₃...

Do you have extreme sciatica? Do you feel as though you can't move without sharp pain? Do you need a break from unending discomfort? Do you feel stagnant, lacking a plan, and ready for a change? Are you terrified of ending up old having wasted years of your life with sciatica? If you keep doing what you've always done, your problem will only get worse. Is this working for you? Back Pain: Back Pain, Sciatica is a unique book that takes a deeper look...

Discover the power of massage-from the inside out-in this unique reference book featuring seven styles of massage and enlightening anatomical illustrations. Massages energize, revitalize, and renew both body and spirit, and have even been proven to restore and promote good health. But to practice massage safely, you need to understand how the body works. Everyone from new students to experienced massage therapists can benefit from this book dedicated...

Better results with less effort, the tuxen method is a new philosophy and application of the ancient technique of therapeutic cupping based on modern physical therapy, massage therapy, and a thorough clinical reasoning, while integrating a knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology. With Tuxen Method you can treat the same conditions as with conventional massage, but you can expand your area of clinical application and get potentially far better...

Learn about rotator cuff injuries, how to release the affected muscles and prevention of future injuries. Experience the power of Peggy Lamb's Muscle Swimming techniques for yourself, practice the skills and be confident you can immediately implement the techniques in your practice. Rotator cuff injuries are becoming more and more common, especially in this age of "computer shoulders." People with rotator cuff/shoulder dysfunctions and injuries suffer...

In this text, learn the basics in integrating assisted stretching into your massage therapy sessions using comprehensive and accessible techniques. Written for massage therapists seeking to elevate their practice and provide unparalleled therapeutic experiences, this comprehensive guide offers a basic breakdown of knowledge and practical insights. Combining the restorative power of massage with the rejuvenating effects of assisted stretching...

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about shiatsu with this straightforward guide. Over the past few years, interest in alternative medicines has been growing, with many people discovering the benefits that ancient Chinese and Japanese treatments can have on their health. Shiatsu, a Japanese massage technique that originated in China, is one such process, and can allow you to think about your body and health in a...

¡Cuídate por dentro y por fuera gracias al shiatsu! ¿Sientes que tu energía está desequilibrada? ¿Te gustaría volver a estar en paz contigo mismo? En esta guía práctica encontrarás todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el shiatsu, que te permitirá ejercitar tu cuerpo y tu mente para vivir en armonía. En tan solo 50 minutos, conseguirás: • Saber de primera mano los principios que sirven de base para el shiatsu, una técnica relajante...

Trigger point therapy is one of the fastest-growing and most effective pain therapies in the world. Medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, and massage therapists are all beginning to use this technique to relieve patients' formerly undiagnosable muscle and joint pain, both conditions that studies have shown to be the cause of nearly 25 percent of all doctor visits. This book addresses the problem of myofascial trigger points-tiny contraction...