Thai Massage Sacred Body Work

Name: Thai Massage Sacred Body Work
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ISBN: 9781583331682

ISBN-10: 1583331689

ISBN-13: 9781583331682

Edition: 2003

Authors: Ananda Apfelbaum, Ananda Apfelbam

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A uniquely relaxing yet energizing way to achieve balance and healing. Traditional Thai massage is a dynamic yet comparatively little-known form of bodywork that combines elements of acupressure, stretching, reflexology, the application of herbal compresses, prayer, and meditation. This therapy has benefits for anyone-young or old, active or inactive, healthy or not. Sometimes called "lazy man's yoga," it stretches the muscles, increases the joints' range of motion, and balances the flow of energy throughout the body to promote healing and well-being. Thai Massageprovides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions that enable the reader to use this integrative and interactive therapy…

Book details

List price: $24.00
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date: 1/5/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 288
Size: 7.53" wide x 9.21" long x 0.80" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English

Ananda Apfelbaum is a licensed massage therapist and practitioner and teacher of Thai massage. She is also a writer, documentary photographer, dancer, and musician who has traveled widely in Asia and Europe. She is the founder of the Tibetan Relief Project.




The Background



Massage: Compassion in Action



Massage: East and West



Thai Massage: A Unique Style



The Historical Roots of Thai Massage



The Philosophical Foundations of Thai Massage



Emotions and the Body



The Practice



Body Mechanics Used in Thai Massage



The Session: Preparation, Effects, and Closure



The Traditional Sequence: The Supine Position



The Traditional Sequence: The Side-Lying Position



The Traditional Sequence: The Prone Position



The Traditional Sequence: The Inverted Position



The Traditional Sequence: The Seated Position



Pichest Boonthumme, Thailand's Master Masseur


Notes


Glossary


Bibliography


Credits


Resources


Brief Biographies


About the Author: My Story


Acknowledgments