Acupressure / Reflexology / Shiatsu Books
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Craniosacral Chi Kung: Integrating Body and
Book SynopsisExploring the connections between Western craniosacral therapy and Chi Kung, Taoist master Mantak Chia and craniosacral instructor Joyce Thom detail movement exercises, breathwork practices, self-massage techniques, and focused meditations from Taoist and other wisdom traditions to release and harmonize the flow of energy in the body and optimize our potential for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The authors link the craniosacral rhythm - the gentle flow of cerebrospinal fluid from the head (cranium) to the tailbone (sacrum) - and the flow of chi throughout the body, circulated by the pumps of the three tan tiens.Trade Review“This wonderful book is a jewel for anyone interested in the interweaving of Chi Kung and Craniosacral Work, two of the oldest healing traditions. You will learn how to bring these ancient healing practices into daily life in simple, practical ways. A superb resource for self-care and self-growth!” * Hugh Milne, author of The Heart of Listening and founder of Visionary Craniosacral Work *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Putting Craniosacral Chi Kung into Practice Introduction PART ONE Physical Flow 1 Working with Cosmic Flow: Western and Taoist Approaches 2 Awakening the Major Pumps 3 Building Awareness and Appreciation PART TWO Emotional and Mental Flows 4 Everything Is Connected to the Flow 5 Balancing Emotional and Mental Flows PART THREE Spiritual Flow 6 Everything Is Energy 7 Becoming Liquid Light: The Endocrine System and Spiritual Practice 8 Cosmic Flow: The Art and Skill of Nondoing Appendix 1. Cosmic Cranial-Elemental Connections Appendix 2. Additional Pumps Notes Bibliography Online Resources About the Authors The Universal Healing Tao System and Training Center Index
£18.04
EMS Publishing An Introductory Guide to Reflexology
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£20.00
Inner Traditions Bear and Company The Complete Guide to Reflexology
Book SynopsisA full-color illustrated and comprehensive study guide for reflexology• Provides detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables • Offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies • Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3; exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies • Includes a study outline for each chapter as well as review and multiple choice questions Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that encourages the body to balance and heal itself. It involves applying finger or thumb pressure to specific points on the hands and feet. Called “reflexes,” these points reflect, or mirror, the organs and structures of the body as well as a person’s emotional health. In this way, the hands and feet are “mini maps” or “microcosms” of the body that can be used to encourage holistic healing. Presenting the most complete reflexology study guide available, this full-color illustrated textbook is designed for use both in the classroom and as a home study resource. Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3, it exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies as well as meeting the current National Occupational Standards for reflexology. Providing detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables, the book outlines each body system, explaining how, when, and why to work the reflexes. It explores foot reflexology, hand reflexology, as well as meridian therapy and offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies, allowing the student to develop interpretive diagnostic and treatment planning skills. Each chapter also includes a study outline as well as review and multiple choice questions. Offering a comprehensive guide to the theory, philosophies, and history of reflexology, this book will encourage students to develop understanding and confidence in their reflexology practice.
£22.50
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Life Pulse Massage: Taoist Techniques for
Book SynopsisBlood and chi often flow side by side throughout the body, the blood acting as the vehicle for our vital energy. Areas of slow or congested circulation lead to blockages in the flow of vital energy and toxin accumulation in the body. The practice of Life Pulse Massage allows these blockages to be cleared, revitalizing cardiovascular function, detoxifying the organs, and restoring the flow of blood and chi throughout the body. In this fully illustrated guide to Life Pulse Massage, Master Mantak Chia details abdominal massage practices to open restricted blood vessels, direct blood flow to specific areas for healing, release arterial tension to rebalance high or low blood pressure, and detoxify individual organs and body systems such as the liver, lungs, lymph nodes, and colon. He shows how to clear and activate the master pulses of the navel and aorta and synchronize these master pulses with the 52 pulses of the whole body for optimum circulation and energy balance. He explains the ancient art of reading pulses to diagnose organ health as well as how to recognize internal health states through the unique positions and shapes of the navel. Detailing specific Life Pulse Massage treatments for many common ailments such as lower back pain, sciatica, asthma, headaches, and reproductive issues, Master Chia shows how liberating the flow of blood and chi can prevent illness before it takes hold, revitalize the organs, and set the stage for optimum health.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Putting Life Pulse Massage into Practice Introduction 1 The Cosmic Pulse of the Universe Origin of the Pulse Stars 2 The Circulatory System 3 Life Pulse Massage Training Exercises for Preliminary Practice 4 Pumping the Pulse 5 Getting Started With Life Pulse Massage Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 1 6 Activating the Master Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 2 7 Harmonizing the Organ Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 3 8 Harmonizing the Peripheral Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 4 9 Activating and Balancing the Pulses on the Back Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 5 Appendix 1. Observing the Pulse in the Chinese Tradition Appendix 2. Treating Health Imbalances with Life Pulse Massage Appendix 3. Glossary of Major Arteries Bibliography About the Authors The Universal Healing Tao System and Training Center Index
£14.24
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Shiatsu Theory and Practice
Book SynopsisWritten by a well-known and highly respected author and practitioner within the field, Shiatsu Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen shiatsu, drawing in detail on the theoretical foundation of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Phase theory as well as that of Zen. Beresford-Cooke explains the strands of theory in a way which makes their integration into practice clear and rational. She includes step-by-step descriptions of treatment routines and techniques, alongside case histories illustrating the application of theory to practice. The book features detailed descriptions and illustrations of meridians, point locations and functions, and these are shown together with salient underlying anatomy. The text is supported by full colour photographs as well as online videoclips showing techniques, routines in the four positions and how to treat individual points and meridians. There are also supplementary online resources such as exercises and activities, web links, appendices for each chapter, and instructor lesson plans, homework and testbank of questions. This fully revised third edition is essential reading for students and practitioners of shiatsu and massage therapy.
£50.71
Little, Brown Book Group Vertical Reflexology For Hands A revolutionary
Book SynopsisVertical Reflexology for Hands is the companion volume to Lynne Booth''s ground-breaking Vertical Reflexology. That book introduced Lynne''s revolutionary technique that provides deeper access to reflex points so that the treatment is quicker and more effective than conventional reflexology, providing results in just 5 minutes. In her new book Lynne explains how vertical reflexology can work powerfully on reflex points on the hands and nails. Explains the extraordinary healing possible from hand reflexology. Provides detailed diagrams of the key reflex points on the hands. Details a step-by-step self-help treatment guide for common ailments. Provides ground-breaking material on nail reflexology - a new area of reflexology research which has achieved amazing results in treating complaints of the nervous system
£15.29
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Tuina/ Massage Manipulations: Basic Principles
Book SynopsisTuina, also known as Chinese massage, is one of the cornerstones of Chinese medicine. This comprehensive introduction is written with the needs of the student and beginning practitioner in mind, and covers all the basic principles of the manipulation techniques required to practise Tuina. Manipulations are a core component of the study of Tuina as they are the primary method of carrying out treatment. They are also the most difficult skills to master. This book introduces the definitions, classifications and requirements of each Tuina manipulation, describing the main points, cautions and clinical applications, as well as providing detailed instructions for how each manipulation should be performed. Every explanation is accompanied by a diagram, and the accompanying online content demonstrates all the techniques in action.This book will be an essential learning tool for students, and a handy reference for beginning practitioners.The downloadable resources that form part of this book are built with Adobe Flash and require Adobe Flash Player to view. Mac OS and Windows support for Adobe Flash Player is coming to an end, so you may not be able to view and interact with the downloadable resources.Trade ReviewTuina (literally meaning push-grasp) is a fascinating insight into Chinese Medicine and how traditional manipulation can be so effective as both a restorative and preventative. -- Seed Institute NewsletterTable of Contents1. Concept of Chinese Tuina Manipulations. 2. Swinging Manipulations. 3. Rubbing Manipulations. 4. Vibration Manipulations. 5. Compression Manipulations. 6. Striking Manipulations. 7. Joint Manipulation Techniques.
£17.99
Lotus Publishing The Complete Guide to Reflexology Workbook
Book SynopsisThis workbook complements Ruth Hull's companion text, The Complete Guide to Reflexology, Second Edition but can also be used in conjunction with any other reflexology textbook, and is the perfect study and revision aid for anyone studying reflexology up to level 3. It can be used either in class or as a separate self-study resource, and contains: * over 80 illustrations for the student to label or colour; * a section in which students are guided through developing their own revision and self-study notes that will help them both understand and memorise their work; * exercises that test the students' knowledge in different ways - colouring in and labelling diagrams, matching columns, filling in gaps, problem-solving exercises, cross words, word searches, and true/false exercises; * a series of questions designed to inspire students to think about how they will practice once qualified; * mock exam papers - 10 exam papers containing multiple choice questions which cover the entire reflexology syllabus.Table of ContentsPART 1 The Theory of Reflexology; Chapter 1: The History and Theory of Reflexology; Chapter 2: Foot Reflexology; Chapter 3: Hand Reflexology; Chapter 4: Meridian Therapy and Other Complementary Therapies PART 2 Reflexology in Practice; PART 3 Mock Exam Papers; PART 4 Answers; Index
£12.34
Althea Press The Complete Guide to Modern Massage:
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£16.19
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Total Reflexology of the Hand: An Advanced Guide
Book SynopsisOne of the most defining physical characteristics of humanity, the hands contain reflex zones and pressure points related to the systems and organs of the body just like the feet. The reflex zones and points of the hands present the most effective means of treating psychological and neurological disorders due to their sophisticated relationship with the brain. Applying her ground-breaking combination of reflexology and craniosacral therapy to the hands, Dr. Martine Faure-Alderson explains how to use hand reflexology to treat the brain and each of the body’s systems, from the digestive system to the human energetic system. She provides precise full-color mapped hand diagrams illustrating the exact placement of the points according to the bones of the hands, the result of more than 40 years of research and clinical practice. She explains how to use the occipital zones of craniosacral therapy to pinpoint which zones and points on the hands to treat. Examining the psychological level of brain-hand interactions, the author reveals how neurological dysfunctions and mental disorders respond more readily to hand reflexology than to other forms of therapies. She explains how many physical ailments have a psychological component and how reflexology automatically triggers the release of endorphins by working directly on the autonomic nervous system.Trade Review“An essential resource for anyone interested in balancing the brain and craniosacral systems through reflexology. The superbly detailed illustrations on craniosacral reflexology are a treasure trove of valuable information for healers. If you want to know how to affect the cranium, spine, and brain through working with the hand, then Total Reflexology of the Hand is an indispensable guidebook that will benefit both you and your clients.” * Joyce Thom, founder of ThePATH.us and coauthor of Craniosacral Chi Kung *“Total Reflexology of the Hand is a ‘must-have’ for all reflexologists seeking to deepen their knowledge and take their practice to whole new levels. It is elegant and insightful in its holistic approach to integrating the brain-body with the cranial concept in hand reflexology. This book is a joy to read and learn from. I highly recommend it.” * Carol Faguy, RCRT/MCSRI, teacher with Cranio-Sacral Reflexology International Academy of Excellence *“This is a complementary approach that we can use in our practice to help our patients. Thanks to Martine for always giving us a bigger picture of our practice and more tools to handle it as professionals and caregivers.” * Emmanuelle Ruen-Hayes, certified reflexologist *Table of ContentsPART ONEIntroduction to ReflexologyHistory General Principles of Reflexology Distinctive Features of Total Reflexology Therapy PART TWOThe Sensational Hand-Brain TandemThe Hand, the Servant of the Brain The Brain, the Hand’s “Motor”The Cranial ConceptPART THREEThe Therapeutic ExperienceThe Basics of Reflexology The Reflexology TreatmentPART FOURHand Reflexology and the Systems and Energy Centers of the BodyThe Craniosacral System The Neuroendocrine System The Main Organs and Organ Systems The PlexusesPART FIVEBeyond Reflexology: The Essence of BeingLive, but Live Well--Creating a Healthy Lifestyle Brain Structures and the Evolution of ConsciousnessAbout the Author Total Reflexology Training Seminars Bibliography List of Plates Index
£14.99
Jan Van Baarle Foot Reflexology -- A2
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£144.74
Anness Publishing Reflexology A Concise Guide to Foot and Hand
Book SynopsisThe pressure points on your hands and feet reflect all the parts of your body, and the techniques of reflexology can help alleviate many common ailments from colds to headaches. This handy guide offers at-a-glance techniques, with step-by-step pictures
£6.23
Little, Brown Book Group Vertical Reflexology A revolutionary fiveminute
Book SynopsisVertical Reflexology for Hands is the companion volume to Lynne Booth''s ground-breaking Vertical Reflexology. That book introduced Lynne''s revolutionary technique that provides deeper access to reflex points so that the treatment is quicker and more effective than conventional reflexology, providing results in just 5 minutes. In her new book Lynne explains how vertical reflexology can work powerfully on reflex points on the hands and nails. Explains the extraordinary healing possible from hand reflexology. Provides detailed diagrams of the key reflex points on the hands. Details a step-by-step self-help treatment guide for common ailments. Provides ground-breaking material on nail reflexology - a new area of reflexology research which has achieved amazing results in treating complaints of the nervous system
£14.24
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Holistic Reflexology: Essential Oils and Crystal
Book SynopsisA guide to reflexology treatments combined with complementary therapies to restore energetic balance, relieve pain, and support healing. Expanding the practice of reflexology beyond the feet and hands, Ewald Kliegel illustrates how to precisely and quickly treat different emotional and physical disorders with an integrated combination of reflexology and complementary therapies. Applying the fundamental principles of reflexology to the entire body, he provides more than 30 full-color maps of reflex zones from head to toe, including reflex zone systems of the ears, mouth, tongue, fingernails, and torso. The author details reflexology techniques for each reflex zone and discusses how to incorporate essential oils and gemstones during active touch and reflexology sessions, including the benefits of crystal massage for post-stroke recovery. Drawing on international advancements in reflexology, including the work of craniosacral reflexologist Martine Faure-Alderson, Russian researcher Alexander Kachan, Chinese biologist Zhang Yingquing, and Korean physician Tae Woo Yoo, Kliegel examines how to integrate Yin-Yang massage strokes, metacarpal reflexology techniques, Korean Hand treatments, and craniosacral massage principles into reflexology treatments to restore energetic balance, relieve pain, and support healing. Providing a truly holistic and integrative approach to reflexology, Kliegel reveals many different hands-on paths to healing that embrace the energetic interconnections of mind and body.Trade Review“. . . a beautifully illustrated book . . . thoroughly researched. It is an excellent resource for the different types of reflexology showing the body as a hologram.” * Martine Faure-Alderson, D.O., author of Total Reflexology *“Holistic Reflexology presents in detail a large number of new possibilities to take advantage of the virtues of reflexology. Not to be missed by anyone who already knows and appreciates the value of reflexology or by those who want to discover this wonderful technique!” * Christopher Vasey, N.D., author of The Acid-Alkaline Diet for Optimum Health *“Ewald Kliegel’s work is a wonderful exploration into the world of our microcosms and reflex zones. Holistic Reflexology is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand what their body is trying to communicate with an itch, ache, pain, or blemish, and how it may be balanced. I highly recommend this comprehensive text for healing arts practitioners, their clients, or anyone wanting to better know and support the health of their body.” * Bridgette Shea, L.Ac., MAcOM, author of Handbook of Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda *I always like the idea of using diluted essential oils on reflexology and acupressure points. This book provides both, using helpful charts and color illustrations showing these points. Specific techniques are not just for working feet, ears, face, but also the spine. Diagnostic tools, such as touch, visual assessment, muscle testing, and energetic methods, determine which of the 21 essential oils and 64 gemstones to use. I found the Eastern and European evolution of reflexology especially interesting. Kliegel, a massage therapist and naturopath, teaches European seminars. * American Herb Association Quarterly *Table of ContentsPREFACE A Holistic Approach 1 Introduction to the World of Reflexology Nothing New under the Sun A Modern Renaissance: How Everything Became New The Holistic Nature of Reflexology A Map of Abundance from the Head to the Toes Reading the Signs 2 Reflexology Systems The Skull The Occiput and Forehead The Neck The Lymphatic Neck Points The Face The Iris of the Eyes The Ears The Bridge of the Nose The Inside of the Nose The Lips The Teeth The Tongue The Back The Front of the Torso Dermatomes, Sclerotomes, and Myotomes The Iliac Crest The Forearms and Lower Legs The Hands The Fingernails The Feet 3 Diagnosis A Path of Knowledge Looking at the Skin Tactile Assessment Energetic Testing Methods 4 Techniques Preparing for Practice Activating or Calming? The Importance of Correct Massage Technique Strokes Basic Unblocking Technique Incorporating Essential Oils in Reflexology Crystal Wands, the Perfect Reflexology Tools 5 Holistic Reflexology Treatments Treatment Considerations Treatment for Headache Treatment for Shoulder and Joint Pain Treatment for Cardiovascular Health Treatment for Digestive Health Treatment for Back Pain CONCLUSION From Practice to Healing Art Bibliography Index
£18.04
Findhorn Press Ltd Medicine Hands: Massage Therapy for People with
Book SynopsisA practical book written for both health professionals and the layperson, this newly revised guide deconstructs common myths about the use of massage in cancer treatment. Reviewing literature that shows cancer to be caused by genetic mutation and the influence of hormones, the opening discussion emphasises that mechanical action such as massage does not break tumours open or cause them to spread. The book purports that the real medical issues for massage therapists centre on ameliorating the discomfort of treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. The topics covered include massage in hospitals, in respite care, for the dying and for exhausted carers, with appendices summarising research on oncology patients and massage. Charts for the adjustment of massage techniques according to the treatment a patient is undergoing are also included.This new edition contains updated information and insights into massaging people affected by cancer. New chapters have been added to cover each stage of the cancer experience: treatment, recovery, survivorship, side effects from the disease and end of life. As well, a new chapter has been added that focuses on the Pressure/Site/Positioning framework. This is the clinical framework around which the massage session is planned.Also updated is the scientific research on the effects of massage for people with cancer as well as material devoted to massaging young adult survivors, the person with breast reconstruction, cording and late effects as well as thoughts for therapists and clients who are considering the use of massage as part of a detoxification process. Written exercises have been added for student therapists and all of those who want to participate in their own learning. As well, sample session write-ups have been included to show the reader the variety of touch modalities that can be used to for people living with cancer.
£26.99
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Press Here Massage for Beginners
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£18.88
Rockridge Press Massage for Couples: Heal, Soothe, and Connect
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£11.99
Rockridge Press Massage for Pregnancy and Beyond: Simple,
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Book of Lymph
Book SynopsisA first-of-its-kind guide that outlines and explains the health-promoting properties of lymphatic massage, featuring beautifully illustrated, five-minute self-massage sequences anyone can do at home.Thanks to the astonishing results it provides?glowing skin, a flatter stomach, enhanced immunity, and full-body detox?the practice of manually stimulating the lymphatic system has become one of the most popular wellness practices today. Lymphatic drainage works because the lymphatic system?a complex geography of rivers that snake throughout the body just beneath the surface of the skin?connects every other bodily system. When lymph flows, everything else flows, too.In this first-of-its-kind guide, veteran lymphatic drainage practitioner, educator, and advocate Lisa Levitt Gainsley explains how to maintain lymphatic health, sharing the five-minute self-massage techniques she originally developed for her high-powered Los Angeles clientele. These simple sequences are tailored to address a number of specific and common issues: bloating, headaches, digestive problems, immune health, anxiety, weight loss, acne, inflammation, and more.Whether you just want to look and feel your best or are facing a more serious health issue such as cancer treatment or recovery, The Book of Lymph offers educational and practical instruction to help you cultivate a body free of pain and lethargy, activate a calmer state of being, and boost overall glow?in just five minutes a day.
£22.39
St Martin's Press Dog Massage A WhiskersToTail Guide to Your Dogs
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£10.49
John Murray Press The Language of the Feet 2nd Edition
Book SynopsisA new edition of a very popular introduction used throughout reflexology courses to introduce therapists - and other interested readers - to the signs and symbols conveyed by the structure and condition of the foot
£10.44
Stephen McEvoy Becoming a Professional Massage Therapist
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£14.24
Penguin Publishing Group Hand Reflexology Key to Perfect Health
Book SynopsisNow you can achieve lasting relief from your aches, pains, and illness by unlocking the healing energies already present within your body—quickly and easily, with the help of the centuries-old secrets of reflex message. Completely revised and updated, Hand Reflexology guides you step-by-step through the simple finger-pressure techniques that send soothing relief surging to the sources of pain and discomfort. This modern health classic helps you access the reflex centers where pain begins, and shows you how to make it disappear with a touch of a finger – all without resorting to expensive drugs, difficult therapies or invasive surgery. You’ll also learn how to apply these health-restoring therapies to other adults, small children, even pets. Presented in clear, easy-to-understand language and accompanied by over 100 new illustrations, these techniques have long been proven effective in relieving a wide variety of ailments and condition
£16.19
Penguin Publishing Group Healing Yourself with Foot Reflexology AllNatural Relief for Dozens ofAilments Revised and Expanded
Book SynopsisMildred Carter’s reflexology techniques have helped millions of people all over the world live happy, healthy lives, gloriously free of pain and discomfort. Simple, safe, and effective, her time-tested methods of rubbing, pressing, stroking, and massaging away illness provide blessed relief from dozens of aliments. Now, you too can join over 550,000 readers who have already benefited from Mrs. Carter’s natural way to good health in Healing Yourself with Foot Reflexology. Revised and updated with seven completely new chapters and over 100 illustrations, this easy-to-use guide reveals how you can utilize simple foot reflex massage techniques to achieve quick, natural relief from such common ailments as: · Arthritis · Back pain · Bronchitis · Eye problems · Fatigue · Heart problems · Leg cramps · Menopause problems · Prostate problems · Sciatica
£16.16
Penguin Publishing Group Body Reflexology
Book SynopsisThe body reflexology techniques have helped close to a million people live happy, healthy lives, gloriously free of pain and discomfort. Simple, safe, and effective, these time-tested methods of rubbing, pressing, stroking, and massaging away illness provide relief from more than 50 distressful health problems. Now Mildred Carter and her daughter Tammy Weber have updated and expanded this landmark book of do-it-yourself healing. New chapters have been added that describe easy massage and healing reflex therapies that you can do in your own home to relieve the pain of ailments from carpel tunnel syndrome to premenstrual syndrome. You’ll even learn how to improve sports performance, lose weight quickly, and more!
£16.00
Little, Brown Book Group The Reflexology Handbook A complete guide
Book SynopsisReflexology has become one of the most popular and accessible alternative health therapies. It is based on the ancient principle that each part of the body has a direct relationship to a point that is massaged on the foot. Reflexology can be used to revitalise energy, reduce stress, and to relax and heal the body. It can bring relief from common problems such as headaches, insomnia, kidney stones, high blood pressure, menstrual cramps and excess weight in a relaxing, comfortable and easy-to-learn way. Contains over 250 easy-to-follow drawings; Provides clear descriptions of the reflex points and basic techniques; Gives a reference list of common ailments and the reflexology techniques to relieve them; Includes special advice for those with stress, sports injuries, the elderly, couples, children, women and those with addiction problems; Offers a comprehensive guide to reflexology, and will be welcomed by everyone who would like to learn how to use their hands for healing
£21.24
DK Reflexology HandsOn Treatment for Vitality and
Book SynopsisReflexology is a global best-seller by two of the most-recognized authorities on this holistic therapy. This comprehensive yet approachable guide explains how reflexology works: by applying pressure to reflex points on the hands and feet, you can help to stimulate the body's natural powers of self-healing.Reflexology features more than 100 step-by-step techniques and treatment sequences, detailed foot and hand reflex charts, and a directory of treatment for 30 common ailments, from back pain to constipation, arthritis to high blood pressure. Visualizations and meditations are suggested throughout, to enhance the healing treatments.As the first fully-illustrated step-by-step guide, Reflexology remains one of the most trusted resources on this ancient art.
£15.29
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Applied Kinesiology
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£12.59
Inner Traditions Bear and Company The History of Massage
Book SynopsisThe History of Massage is groundbreaking work that should not be missed by anyone interested in massage and its benefits for healing.
£22.00
Parenting Press Incorporated Mudras
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£12.56
Mangrove Press Gua Sha
Book SynopsisLearn how to use simple Gua sha scraping techniques to maintain your health and help to prevent and combat ailments such as headaches, colds, neck and shoulder pain, anxiety, backache, insomnia and depression. This classic best-selling guide takes you step by step through everything you need to do to treat yourself and others both safely and securely within a holistic vision of health and well-being. It includes anatomical information, muscles, key areas and channels in Oriental medicine and clearly explained techniques for treating your whole body from head to toe, including facial Gua sha. “A very comprehensive, clearly laid out and written book which is ideal for beginners as well as practitioners, offering simple step by step practical treatments for common conditions. Excellent value.” Yoga & Health MagazinePacked with accessible information and fully illustrated, anyone with an interest in their own health and wellbeing, whether you are just curious or a professional, can benefit from this essential guide.
£14.95
£21.15
Prospect Park Books The Spa Less Traveled Discovering Ethnic Los
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£17.09
Paradise Waters Pty Ltd The Australian Advanced Metaphysical Massage
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£19.88
Katherine Smith Heal Your Babys Mind Body and Soul With Infant
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£9.49
Orion Publishing Co Reflexology Orion Plain and Simple
Book SynopsisA practical guide on using the ancient healing system of reflexology to relieve existing health conditions and detect future ailments.
£8.54
Xlibris Corporation Tourism
£12.84
Hinkler Books Pamper Me Reflexology
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£7.99
iUniverse Kundalini Yoga Massage
£12.79
Brush Education Inc Birthing in Good Hands: Holistic Massage for
Book SynopsisAlleviate painful pregnancy symptoms with the power of touch. Christine Sutherland, co-founder of the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy, teaches the basics of prenatal massage for healthier pregnancies. From the first trimester to postpartum recovery, Christine's techniques will help moms-to-be through every stage of pregnancy. If your partner or loved one is expecting, this book is for you.
£24.75
Hampton Roads Publishing Company Reflexology Plain & Simple: The Only Book You'll
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£13.46
Penguin Putnam Inc Your Best Face Now: Look Younger in 20 Days with the Do-It-Yourself Acupressure Facelift
£17.19
North Atlantic Books,U.S. Soft Tissue Release Handbook: Reducing Pain and
Book SynopsisFor practitioners of massage therapy, sports massage, remedial massage, and physical therapy, soft tissue release is a powerful tool in treating chronic pain conditions such as shoulder impingement, tennis elbow, and iliotibial band friction syndrome. Soft tissue release also aids post-surgical recovery and is used in the treatment of highly trained athletes, dancers, and musicians who wish to tackle those small but key tissue areas needed to maintain and improve their performance. The soft tissues consist of muscle fibers, myofascia, tendons, and ligaments. The all-encompassing nature of this connective tissue is becoming increasingly fascinating to bodywork practitioners of all kinds, including massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, orthopedic nurses and doctors, and sports therapists. Treatment of the soft tissues continues to gain momentum, and there are many exciting research developments that demonstrate how manipulation of these tissues can have profound effects on the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. Skilled release of the soft tissues reduces the need for adjustments or joint mobilizations, because appropriate release improves joint movement. Freeing the joints and enhancing the health of the soft tissues also facilitates a superior and lasting response to rehabilitation programs. The Soft Tissue Release Handbook is aimed at practicing therapists who wish to address the soft tissues precisely and effectively, whether as an adjunct to existing bodywork techniques or as a treatment modality in itself. The skills presented in this book can be immediately applied in the clinic with existing and new clients. Graphic illustrations of the key muscles involved in movement, as well as over 200 full-color photographs of the technique in action, make this an easy-to-use and practical guide.
£24.00
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Total Reflexology: The Reflex Points for
Book SynopsisIn this groundbreaking work, Dr. Martine Faure-Alderson takes reflexology to a new level by integrating acupuncture, naturopathy, homeopathy, and other holistic healing modalities into the practice. From her background as a physician, she brings a scientific precision to using the foot as a map of the body and all of its systems. She then uses her training in alternative therapies to integrate the mental and psychological issues that may accompany physical conditions, providing the first complete holistic approach to using reflexology for physical, emotional, and mental health. Total Reflexologypresents each of the major body systems in turn--from the digestive system to the human energetic system--using 25 full-color newly mapped foot diagrams that provide precise indications of pressure points and their correspondences to all areas of the body. The author also includes her latest work using craniosacral therapy and the role of the cerebrospinal fluid in reflexology as well as how to integrate use of the chakra system. She shows how finely tuned reflexology stimulates the body’s self-healing abilities, making this an indispensable resource for the layman and professional alike.Trade Review"A 'must' for any library strong in holistic healing processes." * The Midwest Book Review, April 2009 *"Total Reflexology is the first complete book of reflexology to incorporate osteopathy, craniosacral therapy, and the chakra system. . . . Easily read and understood, this is a great guide for anyone to use and enjoy reflexology at home or in a professional setting." * Annique Lottin, LMT, CR, New Connexion, Jul/Aug 2009 *"The diagrams in this book are phenomenal. They are extremely thorough and give the practitioner an insight into the working patterns of this modality." * Irene Watson, Reader Views, September 2010 *Table of ContentsPart One An Introduction to Reflexology History Why Reflexology? The Distinctive Features of Total Reflexology Therapy Basics of Reflexology Part Two The Therapeutic Experience Total Reflexology Treatment The Therapeutic Experience of Reflexology Part Three Overview of Human Anatomy and Physiology The Cell The Embryological Basis of Reflexology The Reflex Arc Biotypes or Somatotypes The Nervous System The Three Brains The Plexuses The Endocrine Glands and the Hormones Sleep The Systems of the Body The Lymphatic System Part Four A Healthy Lifestyle The Vital Force The Forces of Life The Phenomenon of Aging Advice for Living Well The Brain of the Heart Life’s Simple Pleasures Are the Best Therapy Diet and Health The Healing Power of Water Part Five Total Reflexology Therapy The Occipital Zones and the Ten Reflex Zones The Craniosacral System Stress Syndrome The Three Levels of Being From Reflex to Consciousness About the Author Total Reflexology Training Seminars Acknowledgments Bibliography List of Plate Index
£23.40
Inner Traditions International Puntos de Activación: Manual de Autoayuda:
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£19.95
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Advanced Thai Yoga Massage: Postures and Energy
Book SynopsisProviding a way to expand one's Thai yoga massage practice, this book includes step-by-step photos and guidelines for more than 50 advanced Thai yoga postures as well as successful treatment plans for 8 common ailments: stress, back pain, stiff neck and shoulders, arm and hand exhaustion, headaches, constipation, fibromyalgia, and anxiety/depression.
£22.80
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Inner Traditions Bear and Company Crystal Wands: For Massage Therapy, Reflexology,
Book SynopsisA full-color guide to using crystal wands in bodywork and energy medicine • Explores the healing properties and indications for more than 70 crystal wands • Provides step-by-step instructions for crystal-wand techniques in massage and reflexology, in energy work such as aura tuning and chakra balancing, and for protection, power, and relaxation The healing powers of crystals and gemstones were known more than eight hundred years ago by the mystic Hildegard von Bingen and as far back as two millennia ago by the Greek physician Dioskurides. In this full-color illustrated guide, Ewald Kliegel explains the benefits of incorporating crystal wands into your bodywork and healing practice and details the techniques of doing so. The author explains how the versatile shape of a crystal wand amplifies the crystal’s energetic effects and offers advantages in massage and reflexology over other shapes of crystals and stones. The larger rounded end can act as a crystal sphere for massaging knots or large areas, whereas the tapered end is ideal for stimulating reflex zones, targeting acupressure points, and tracing meridian lines. Starting with the foundational set of three wands to begin your toolkit: Rock Crystal, Red Jasper, and Aventurine, the author examines the healing properties and indications for more than 70 crystal wands. He shows how Amethyst clears the head, relaxes muscle tension, benefits the lungs, nerves, and skin, aids digestion and constipation, helps dissolve blockages and addictive behavior, and combats fatigue. He explains how crystal wands can be divided into 3 energetic categories--neutral, stimulating, or balancing--and details how to select the proper wand or wands for each healing situation. The author provides step-by-step instructions for incorporating crystal wands into massage and reflexology treatments, for their use in energy medicine, specifically for internal tuning of the aura and balancing the chakras, and for using crystal wands for protection, power, and relaxation.Trade Review“Crystal Wands is an insightful and practical manual for combining crystal healing with reflexology. Kliegel’s clear and precise writing reflects the sensitivity and wisdom of a skilled therapist. The book is beautifully illustrated with photos of the wands, diagrams of the techniques and protocols, and contains valuable reference tables. The practical applications in this book make it a valuable and inspiring addition to one’s healing toolkit.” * NICHOLAS PEARSON, author of Crystal Healing for the Heart *Table of Contents1 Basics Do Crystal Wands Really Work? Aesthetics and Form How Crystal Therapy Works We Are First and Foremost Vibration 2 Reflex Zones Reflexology, a Healing Art of Ancient Origin How Reflex Zone Massage Works How I Discovered Pairing Reflexology and Crystals The Leader Zone Reflex Zone Treatment 3 Crystal Wands: Their Effects, Care, and Use A Catalog of Crystal Wands Using Crystals Crystal Oils and Crystal Balms4 Massage Techniques Using Crystal WandsTesting Methods Massaging IntuitivelyBeginning the Massage Position of the Hands Toning and Sedating Stroking Basic Unblocking Technique 5 Six Treatment ProgramsIssue-Focused Applications The Wellness Program The Relaxation Program The Power Program The Beauty Program The Love Program The Protection Program Conclusion Acknowledgments Resources Bibliography Index
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