Thai Massage A Traditional Medical Technique

Name: Thai Massage A Traditional Medical Technique
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ISBN: 9780323041386

ISBN-10: 0323041388

ISBN-13: 9780323041386

Edition: 2nd 2007 (Revised)

Authors: Richard Gold

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This highly illustrated introduction to the principles and techniques of Thai massage discusses the theories of Thai medicine and its Chinese and Ayurvedic influences. The book includes a DVD with 45 minutes of video showing techniques and routines in real time, to demonstrate appropriate pacing.

Book details

List price: $50.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 10/11/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 240
Size: 7.20" wide x 10.25" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.144



Foreword



Introduction: Closing a Circle Unit 1-History and Methods



Traditional Thai Medicine


A brief history of medicine in Thailand Buddhist


Influences on Thai massage


Basic Theories -The issue of wind -Sen: the energy pathways of the body



Rules


Methods and Techniques Rules Methods Body


Awareness Working Postures


Rhythm & Flow Therapeutic Actions: East and West


Overcoming Limitations Techniques


Precautions and contraindications


Unit 2-Practical Application



Client in Supine Position Legs and feet


Working the Sen lines of the legs


The abdominal region Chest, shoulders, neck, arms


Face and neck



Client in Lateral Recumbent Position Legs -Stretches applied with the feet


Hips and back Arms


Hands and fingers


Stretching techniques



Client in Prone Position Feet and legs


Back and shoulders


Stretching Techniques



Client in Seated Position Shoulders neck and back


Face Stretching Techniques Ending the session


Unit 3-Application for Practice



Suggested Sequences Timeliness & Timelessness


Suggested Sequence for a 60 Minute session


Suggested Sequence for a 90 Minute session


Suggested Sequence for a 120 Minute session



Correlations to Yoga Thai Massage and Yoga Resources



Muscle Atlas



Mantra Conclusion


Bibliography


Further Reading


Index