Download or read book Ayurvedic Massage written by S. V. Govindan and published by Abhinav Publications. This book was released on 2000 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book on "Massage for Health and Healing: The Ayurvedic and Spiritual Energy Approach" is a commendable guide to a very important medical aid which reigned with dignity in the past. Though it was neglected for many years, the art of massage has recaptured its central place amongst the forms of healing, prevention of disease, and promoting health. Massage is the oldest of all techniques for relieving pain, shaping the organs, regenerating tissues, and correcting almost all internal malfunctions. Massage has its origin in the natural instincts of animals, handed over to the concious man with a mandate to improve it as far as possible with his old wisdom. Despite advancements in knowledge and complex techniques, massage retains its usefulness and significance even as a method to save a person from immediate death, as in heart failure, breathlessness, and several other fatal ailments. In all kinds of therapeutic approaches, massage alone can maintain certain links. Any method of treatment with a holistic approach cannot leave out massage. Ayurveda upholds its psychosomatic benefits. Sushruta and other texts explain it, classifying various types of massages and instructions on their manipulations and effects. In Ayurveda, the human body constitutes three functional entities, the balance of which maintains health; an upset in this balance increases diseases. The book serves not only as a guide to novice practioners but also as a manual and refresher guide for those who are experienced ayurvedic masseurs. The contents (techniques) of this book will bring relief and better health to those faithfully apply them in their daily lives.
Download or read book Massage For Good Health written by Dr. Rajeev Sharma and published by Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd. This book was released on 2014-08-19 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Massage is the oldest of all the techniques for relieving pain, shaping the organs, regenerating the tissues and correcting all internal functions. It is the eighth and the last principle of yoga. The book presents a holistic approach to healing and beautification of the body through massage in a scientific way. Massage is good for health for all. Massage or the operation of healing hands had great importance in the ancient history of the world; perhaps there may not be much science and technology. But ancient Indian surgeons studied the art of massage from the famous medical books of Charak, Ashtanga Hridaya and Susruta Samhita. Most of the orthopaedic injuries and pains were cured by massage. Nowadays, massage centres in Kerala are famous for treating and curing many diseases by different kinds of oils prepared by a combination of ayurvedic medicines. Such centres are attracting the foreigners in large number. Tourism has developed in Kerala fastly due to this.
Download or read book Hands On Healing written by Prevention Magazine and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 1991-05 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than an introduction to the hands-on healing art of massage, this book gives readers the facts they need to intelligently shop for an alternative touch-based therapy that is right for them. Dozens of techniques including Rolfing, chiropractic, and acupressure are examined and illustrated in detail. 15 black-and-white photographs. 283 illustrations.
Download or read book A Practical Guide to Self Massage written by Mary Atkinson and published by . This book was released on 2006-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete program of simple, natural, and effective exercises and techniques designed to relieve stress and everyday health problems.
Download or read book The Massage Book written by George Downing and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete book of massage techniques for friends and lovers. Explains in step-by-step detail the most satisfying massage methods and their meaning and purpose.
Download or read book Touch second edition written by Tiffany Field and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why we need a daily dose of touch: an investigation of the effects of touch on our physical and mental well-being. Although the therapeutic benefits of touch have become increasingly clear, American society, claims Tiffany Field, is dangerously touch-deprived. Many schools have “no touch” policies; the isolating effects of Internet-driven work and life can leave us hungry for tactile experience. In this book Field explains why we may need a daily dose of touch. The first sensory input in life comes from the sense of touch while a baby is still in the womb, and touch continues to be the primary means of learning about the world throughout infancy and well into childhood. Touch is critical, too, for adults' physical and mental health. Field describes studies showing that touch therapy can benefit everyone, from premature infants to children with asthma to patients with conditions that range from cancer to eating disorders. This second edition of Touch, revised and updated with the latest research, reports on new studies that show the role of touch in early development, in communication (including the reading of others' emotions), in personal relationships, and even in sports. It describes the physiological and biological effects of touch, including areas of the brain affected by touch, and the effects of massage therapy on prematurity, attentiveness, depression, pain, and immune functions. Touch has been shown to have positive effects on growth, brain waves, breathing, and heart rate, and to decrease stress and anxiety. As Field makes clear, we enforce our society's touch taboo at our peril.
Download or read book The Joy of Giving Massage written by Shai Plonski and published by TCK Publishing. This book was released on 2018-12-13 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A master of Thai Massage shares his simple yet effective techniques in a guide that proves giving a great massage can feel just as good as receiving one. Shai Plonski has helped thousands of people around the world rediscover the lost art of healing through touch. In The Joy of Giving Massage, he reveals that you don’t need special equipment or training to give a great massage. It is a meditative experience that comes from the heart—one that can be as healing for the practitioner as it is for the recipient. In this practical guide, Shai offers step-by-step instructions for a variety of massage techniques and demonstrates how to give massages in any position or location. He explains the many benefits of each movement and how to ensure the safety and comfort of your loved ones when giving them a massage. The Joy of Giving Massage also includes downloadable PDF checklists of customized massage routines just for you.
Download or read book Massage Therapy Research written by Tiffany Field and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2006-05-10 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the Director of the world-renowned Touch Research Institutes, this book examines the practical applications of important massage therapy research findings. Each chapter of this comprehensive resource provides a clear and authoritative review of what is reliably known about the effects of touch for a variety of clinical conditions such as depression, pain management, movement problems, and functioning of the immune system. Coverage also includes the benefits of massage to specific populations such as pregnant women, neonates, infants, and adolescents. This book is suitable for massage therapists (including Shiatsu practitioners), aromatherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, physical therapists, and nurses. - Provides a thorough yet concise review of recent research related to the importance of touch. - Offers practical guidance to healthcare professionals whose work involves physical contact with patients.•Becomes a new book as new studies will be incorporated. •Research techniques, not previously included.
Download or read book The Essential Massage Book written by Eilean Bentley and published by Hamlyn. This book was released on 2006-11-01 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Massage is the safe, effective, drug-free way to treat countless ailments and injuries, from headaches and sprains to chronic back pain. This fully illustrated guide gathers the most effective techniques of all the different systems in one easy-to-use volume. Comprehensively covering five basic approaches--whole-body techniques, localized massage and pressure techniques, massage for healing, massage for relaxation and stress relief, and massage for pleasure--it offers detailed instructions on every system, from traditional Chinese methods to shiatsu, reiki, aromatherapy, and reflexology. Also covered are self-massage, holistic massage, hand treatment, head massage, and the chakras.
Download or read book A Physician s Guide to Therapeutic Massage written by John Yates and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As consumers increasingly choose to blend their use of medical and complementary modalities, practitioners in all health fields are challenged to understand each other's approaches to patient care. The physician who cannot provide knowledgeable advice about concurrent use of practices like massage therapy risks being out of touch with the benefits they can provide as well as the health considerations for different populations. Massage therapists need an evidence-based understanding of their work and a shared language in order to engage in meaningful dialogues with medical doctors with whom they share patients.
Download or read book Massage for Wellness Integrating Therapy into Your Health Routine written by Chameli Spa Ajman and published by Chameli Spa Ajman. This book was released on 2024-09-30 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In our fast-paced world, finding time to relax and focus on our well-being can be challenging. Many people are looking for ways to enhance their overall health and incorporate relaxation into their busy lives. One effective method to achieve this is through massage therapy. This book explores how regular massage can be a vital part of your wellness journey and how it can easily integrate into your health routine. At Chameli Spa Ajman, we believe that wellness goes beyond just physical health; it encompasses mental and emotional well-being as well. With the right approach, you can enhance your overall quality of life, and massage can be a crucial element in that journey. This book will provide you with insights into the various aspects of wellness, including the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of regular massage. You will learn how to create a holistic health regimen that incorporates massage and other wellness practices. Our aim is to inspire you to prioritize self-care, encourage you to explore the different types of massage therapies, and help you discover the transformative effects that these treatments can have on your life.
Download or read book The Book of Massage written by Lucinda Liddell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-11-20 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated introductory guide to the healing powers of a massage, from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology. The Book of Massage is the classic guide to the relaxing and healing skills of the hands. Featuring both Eastern and Western methods, it presents step-by-step, beautifully illustrated instructions on everything from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology. The Book of Massage offers easy-to-follow techniques for giving the perfect massage, including advice on creating the right setting and suggestions for using aromatic oils and lotions. Now revised and updated with fresh color photos and drawings throughout, The Book of Massage is a simple and comprehensive handbook that reveals how you can experience the myriad benefits of giving and receiving a soothing massage.
Download or read book Healing Massage Techniques written by Frances M. Tappan and published by McGraw-Hill/Appleton & Lange. This book was released on 1980 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Deep Tissue Massage Treatment written by Jeffrey Simancek and published by Mosby Incorporated. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a Pageburst digital textbook; Presented in a clear and easy-to-use format, this book provides basic assessment of neuromuscular conditions and an overview of techniques specific to deep tissue massage. The most commonly used techniques are covered with illustrations and hints for performing techniques. The bulk of the book presents treatment routines for the 22 most commonly encountered neuromuscular conditions. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe exactly what therapists need to do to treat a particular condition. Includes a DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing the techniques described in the text. The first text on the market that delineates deep tissue routines or treatments. Provides techniques, routines, and procedures for the treatment of a wide array of neuromuscular conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis and golfer's elbow, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff dysfunctions, thoracic outlet syndrome, whiplash, migraines, kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis, among others. Each chapter on conditions follows a template with a definition of the condition, a list of associated symptoms, indications and contraindications for massage, and a procedure/routine. Routines are outlined step-by-step and clearly describe for the therapist exactly what needs to be done to treat a particular condition. Heavily illustrated, with many photos of each technique and routine, as well as some photos illustrating conditions. Photos of indicated and contraindicated stretches with a brief explanation of why they are indicated or contraindicated. Includes DVD-ROM with over 1 hour of video showing techniques desribed in the text. An excellent clinical companion for massage therapists.
Download or read book Nutrition for Massage Therapists written by Julie Onofrio and published by Pine Woods Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Massage Therapy is being used more and more for the relief of pain, injuries, fibromyalgia, headaches and helping to ease the pain of pregnancy and cancer treatments. Hospitals and other health care facilities are using massage for healing and health. With massage therapy in demand, a career in massage is thought to be growing 'faster than average' according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Thinking of becoming a Massage Therapist? Do you want a more meaningful career helping others? Do you love learning about health and the human body? Have you been told you 'have good hands'? Becoming a massage therapist is a combination of learning about the body and how it works along with how to apply massage to the body for stress reduction and to work with many injuries and conditions. There are more jobs available today in massage and it is a growing field but there are many things that you need to know in order to have a successful career. This book will help you become more informed and make better decisions starting with looking at whether or not a career in massage is for you! You will then get more information on how to choose the best massage school to meet your needs and budget. More information on possible job opportunities and starting your own massage business. You can work at spas or other health care offices or start your own massage office. Find out more about this popular career and make more informed choices on your path to success.
Download or read book Self Massage written by Walter Walter and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-11 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stress and constant nervous tension significantly affect the health of the human body. How often did you come home after a hard working day and felt completely drained and every part of the body was aching? Did you want to get at least some help to relieve the pain, but you have neither the time nor the money for a specialist? It is time to take care of yourself, your health and your physical and mental condition. All you need is self-massage. With its help you will control state of health, improve the quality of life, relieve the stress, resist illness and become more happy and relaxed. A massage can be an excellent remedy for headaches, muscle spasms. And regular sessions will stimulate the production of happiness hormones, strengthen the immune system, avoid edema and start the process of regeneration in the body. Self-massaging can also boost levels of stamina and curb insomnia, contributing to better mental health. We bring to your attention a book, which contains useful tips and various effective techniques that will help you master the skills of self-massage. You will find out how to create soothing atmosphere, how to prepare yourself for the massage, do's and don'ts and many other. You will also learn how to massage each part of the body from head to toes using only your hands and essentials oils. And will learn how to use some massage tools. Buying a book will cost you less than going to a specialist and will take less time. You can help yourself relax and unwind after a hard day, without even spending a thing! So lie down, take a break, and enjoy the easiest way to a relaxed mind and body.
Download or read book Good Health written by and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 780 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
