Massage Basics A Guide to Swedish, Shiatsu and Reflexology Techniques

Name: Massage Basics A Guide to Swedish, Shiatsu and Reflexology Techniques
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ISBN: 9780766837607

ISBN-10: 0766837602

ISBN-13: 9780766837607

Edition: 2002

Authors: Shelley Hess, Erica T. Miller, Mark F. Beck, Mark F. Beck

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Drawing on the expertise of leading massage educators, this book demonstrates in detail the massage movements and procedures that professional therapists use. With precise, illustrations and photographs, all of the common techniques used in Swedish massage, Shiatsu, and Reflexology are clearly shown and explained. From simple, relaxing movements to pressure point therapy, the steps needed to give an effective, complete body massage can be mastered quickly.

Book details

List price: $29.95
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 8/28/2001
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.484
Language: English

Mark F. Beck has been a massage therapist since 1975 and a massage educator for over 20 years. He has served as a school director and was active in the National Massage School Association (AMTA Council of Schools). He has held several offices in state and national professional associations. Mr. Beck was the owner/director/instructor of Magic Valley Massotherapy Institute from 1980 to 1990 and is currently the owner/director of Cooperative Training Systems (1996 - present). He is recognized as one of the original "thought leaders" in massage education and is the creator/author of Structural Muscular Balancing.




Massage


Massage Systems



Massage Movements


Application of Massage Strokes


Percussion Movements


Joint Movements


Rhythm and Pressure in Massage



Complete Body Massage


General Arm Massage


General Massage for the Foot and Leg


General Massage for the Chest and Neck


General Massage Movements for the Abdomen


Changing Position


General Massage for the Back of the Legs


General Massage for the Back of the Body



Shiatsu Massage


The Hands


Application of Pressure


Importance of Relaxation



Performing Shiatsu


Head and Scalp


Full Facial Shiatsu


Eye Treatment


Shiatsu for the Full Body


Front Side


Back Side of Body


Back Treatment


Hand/Arm Treatment


Foot/Leg Treatment



Reflexology


The Two Phases of Reflexology


Specific Areas of Concentration



Aromatherapy Massage


Functions of Aromatherapy Massage


Characteristics of Aromatherapy Massage


Choosing Essential Oils for Massage


Aromatherapy Body Massage Oil Formulas


Special Tips and Tricks for the Person Who Is "Allergic to Everything"



Quick Reference to the Most Commonly Used Essential Oils


Index