Massage & Therapeutic Touch Books

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Basic Clinical Massage Therapy

James H. Clay

David M. Pounds

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Written for the advanced massage therapy student pursuing additional training in clinical massage therapy, this text covers basic principles and offers practical guidance on examination in the first part, followed by detailed coverage of eight areas of the body, each with an overview of the region, discussion of muscles, pronunciation and etymology, and detailed review of the structure and function of the muscle. Throughout, illustrations of internal structures are superimposed on photographs of live models to show the muscles and involved structures in detail.Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR
Book Info
A primary textbook for the basic techniques of clinical massage therapy. Contains 450 full-color images, showing each muscle or muscle group along with surrounding structures, surface landmarks, and the therapist's hands. Also includes basic techniques, compression, and stripping massage. Softcover. DNLM: Massage--methods.

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Deep Tissue Massage

Art Riggs

The Complete Book of Massage

Clare Maxwell-Hudson

From the Inside Flap
A comprehensive guide to massage techniques with clear step-by-step instructions. Fully illustrated for all ages with color and/or black-and-white photographs on every page. 155,000 copies sold-to-date.

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Infant Massage

Vimala Schneider McClure

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In this completely updated version of her renowned classic, Vimala McClure, founder of the International Association of Infant Massage, and it's premier proponent in the United Sates, helps you master the techniques of infant massage so you can incorporate this joyful and wonderful healing art into your baby's life.  She shows you why a daily massage can be one of the greatest gifts you give your child...and yourself.  For generations mother the world over have known that the soft stroke of their hands soothes, calms, and communicates their love to  their babies.  Now scientific research proves that massage can do all that and more.

In Infant Massage, McClure shares how massage benefits children-easing discomfort, releasing tension, helping premature infants gain weight, even helping asthmatic children improve breathing function.  She explains each step of the massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and delightful photographs demonstrating each stroke.

Job's Body:  A Handbook for Bodywork

Deane Juhan

Possibly the most famous and widely used resource in therapeutic bodywork (required for national massage therapy certification), this beautifully written, detailed, and reader-friendly picture of how and why the body responds to touch is both scientifically reliable and inspiring. Furthering the presentation of recent research in biochemistry, cell biology, and energy medicine in the Second Edition, this new update includes advances in neurophysiology and physics, reconfiguring knowledge of mind and body, from "microgenesis" to "quantum consciousness." A rare book that fits general reader as much as professional and student

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Tappan's Handbook of Healing Massage Techniques
Patricia J. Benjamin

Amazon Customer Review:

Excellent choice for the student (or practitioner) of massage therapy. Great as a reference guide to follow up on lessons formally learned in school. Very well organized and carefully explained techniques. Good use of illustrations. Very helpful bibliography for further study on every topic covered. - sabs77, Los Angeles, CA

Medicine Hands:  Massage Therapy for People with Cancer

Gayle MacDonald

Book Description:

Medicine Hands debunks a pervasive health myth that massage is anathema for those suffering with cancer. The idea that cancer can metastasize as a result of massage is not rooted in any science. This book cites clinical evidence that proves just the opposite. Touch and massage are vital to a cancer patient’s health and well-being.

Medicine Hands is a practical book written for both health professionals and the lay person. Research is highlighted with anecdotes, stories, and vignettes of cancer patients, massage therapists, caregivers, hospice workers and other health professionals. Practical information is presented on administering touch, drug-related considerations, providing care at home, and dealing with hospital and hospice situations.

Medicine Hands is an invaluable resource for:
Massage therapists and other touch therapists, Cancer patients and their caregivers and families,
Oncologists and cancer treatment centers, Natural health clinics, Massage and alternative medicine educational settings, Health care professionals: nurses, doctors, hospice workers