Neal's Yard Remedies Complete Massage: All the Techniques, Disciplines, and Skills you need to Massage for Wellness

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Explore the profoundly effective power of touch, led by experts at Neal's Yard Remedies Explore in detail the profoundly effective power of touch, led by experts at Neal's Yard Remedies. Want to really understand the health and wellness benefits of massage? Interested in practising massage at home or considering taking a course? Let this book be your guide to everything from effleurage to epineuria. All the core strokes and massage techniques that form the foundation of massage practice are shown photographically with detailed annotations and integrated arrows showing the direction and application of pressure. Annotated anatomy and physiology illustrations show you how different levels of pressure work the muscles, and the profound effect massage can have on the nervous system and on cardio and lymphatic health. Learn about the key disciplines, from Swedish to shiatsu, reflexology and hot stone therapy. Access over 30 bespoke massage sequences, tailored to treat specific complaints and special client groups, such as pregnant women, babies, and those recovering from surgery. Find out how to prepare physically and mentally, and get the lowdown on oils and massage beds, diffusers and candles. And if you're receiving a massage, discover why drinking water before and after is important and how focusing on breathing enhances muscle relaxation. Become an expert in all that massage has to offer and share its miraculous health benefits.

Chief consultant Victoria Plum is a principal tutor at Neal's Yard Remedies, working with a team of consultants specialising in the different massage disciplines.

Whether you're a massage beginner looking to pick up some tips, or simply want to discover the wellness benefits, this beautiful guide will set you on your way. * Happiful * All you've ever wanted to know about the art of massage. * Woman's Weekly * "Will help you give a soothing massage." * Top Sante *