K.I.S.S. Guide to MassageThe only guide you'll ever need to master massage from head to toe. Improve your technique through a better understanding of anatomy. choose the right equipment, from massage couches to essential oils. find out how to vary massage styles for children, athletes, and seniors. Master simple exercises from tapping to chopping and kneading. Discover a range of therapies that complement massage. The KISS Series delivers its promise: simple access to all the information you'll need on any one subject. Expert authors walk you through each topic, using simple blocks of knowledge to develop your skills. Straightforward and relaxed in its approach to each subject and full-color photography on every page make KISS Series inspiring and informative, with key information highlighted throughout. |
Contents
Foreword | 14 |
PART ONE The Basics of Massage | 20 |
Setting the scene | 39 |
Copyright | |
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abdomen alternate hands ankle apply aromatherapy ask your partner benefits bone buttocks calming carrier oil Chamomile Chapter chest circle stroking circular pressures comfort deep pressure effect effleurage elbow essential oils face massage feel feet fingers fingertips flesh flow foot massage forearm forehead gentle stroking gently glide your hands headaches heel hips Hold INTERNET keep kneading knee knuckles Lavender left hand lift lower back lymphatic system manual lymphatic drainage massage techniques massage therapy move movements muscles neck nerve palm partner's body partner's skin percussion Petitgrain petrissage Place your hands practice Press problems pull pummel reflexology relaxing release relieve Repeat rhythm rhythmically right hand Roman Chamomile rubbing sacrum scents self-massage shiatsu shoulders side side stroking simple summary slowly soothing spine squeeze steps stimulating stress stretch stroke firmly tapotement tense tension therapeutic therapists thigh thumbs toes touch traditional Chinese medicine type of massage vibration warm wrist