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Art of Thai Massage : A Guide for Advanced Therapeutic Practice by Bob Haddad (2022, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherInner Traditions International, The Limited
ISBN-101644113724
ISBN-139781644113721
eBay Product ID (ePID)18050403327
Product Key Features
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameArt of Thai Massage : a Guide for Advanced Therapeutic Practice
Publication Year2022
SubjectAlternative Therapies, Clinical Medicine, Healing / Energy (Qigong, Reiki, Polarity), Massage & Reflexotherapy
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaBody, Mind & Spirit, Health & Fitness, Medical
AuthorBob Haddad
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight20 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2021-044180
ReviewsThis is a monumental contribution to the growing literature of traditional Thai massage and also to the entire field of therapeutic hands-on healing. Well-researched, clearly written, comprehensive, and thorough, this book is a must for all those with a serious interest in exploring and practicing traditional Thai healing arts. Bob Haddad's depth of experience as a practitioner and teacher enriches and authenticates these pages.
Dewey Edition23
TitleLeadingThe
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal615.82209593
Table Of ContentIntroduction 1 Tools and Preparations The treatment room; props and accessories; pre-session physical and mental preparations; preliminary assessment; during and after the session 2 Guidelines for Effortless and Effective Work Rocking and bodyweight; movement and angle of approach; stillness and release of tension; energy and self-protection 3 Assessment Maintaining records; physical and non-physical indicators; reading body language; using Thai element theory 4 Breath - The Key to Movement and Ease Breath assessment; working with breath awareness; synchronized and opposite breathing; breath exercises for therapists and clients 5 Intention and Finesse Conscious intention; applying pressure; movement and sensing; working with fi nesse; patterns of movement; technique variations 6 Lower Body Concepts Preparations; beginning the work; concepts, techniques, and strategies for the lower body 7 Upper Body Concepts The abdomen; concepts, techniques, and strategies for the upper torso; guidelines for fi nal supine position 8 Refining Classic Techniques Twelve important Thai techniques that are often done incorrectly: detailed explanations, with photos and variations 9 Flow and Structuring a Sequence Transitional movements and distraction techniques; exercises to improve flow; supine work review; sequences and body positions; activating energy lines 10 Sensing and Intuition Holistic health; channeling intuition; intuition exercises; sharpening sensing abilities; sensing exercises 11 Using Feet in Thai Massage Variations and benefits; concepts and body positions; contact, pressure, movement, and non-thinking; useful techniques 12 Thai Compresses and Medicinal Herbs Overview and preparation of compresses; precautions and guidance; materials and techniques; medicinal poultices, balms and oils; herbal steams and baths; teas and food 13 It Makes a Difference to Know the Difference Misrepresentations and misconceptions about Thai massage; growth through tradition; dignifying Thai healing arts Appendix Acknowledgments Glossary of Important Terms Bibliography Index About the Author
SynopsisAn illustrated guide to enrich and develop the practice of Thai massage * Presents guidelines for effortless and effective practice, including body mechanics, breathing patterns, flowing movements, incremental pressure, and exercises to improve sensing and to strengthen intuition as you work * Offers ways to refine and improve classic techniques that are often performed incorrectly, explains broad healing concepts behind individual techniques, and discusses the awareness and sensitivity with which they should be performed * Answers common questions, clarifies misunderstandings, and presents ways to work with focused intention on a deeper level, and with more grace, ease, and efficiency UNLIKE OTHER BOOKS ABOUT THAI MASSAGE, this guide offers a deep and insightful view of important and often neglected aspects of this work. Many of these concepts and techniques also apply to table massage, physical therapy, yoga, and other healing arts. This book guides the reader through the conceptual, spiritual, and practical approaches behind effective bodywork. An entire section is dedicated to awareness of breath for massage, movement, and everyday activities. Assessment guidelines help the therapist to work with others based on physical appearance, preexisting conditions, and elemental predisposition. Exercises are presented to sharpen sensing abilities and intuition, and to find, coax, and release blockages in the body. Twelve important Thai massage techniques that are often taught and performed incorrectly are described in great detail. Other chapters offer ways to create customized sequences of practice and to move from one technique to another with ease and grace. Finally, the chapter on medicinal herbs discusses the preparation, use, and benefits of herbal compresses, poultices, balms, oils, and baths, and it offers easy recipes for all of these therapies. This manual contains information that has never been previously available in print. Full of exercises and insights to help therapists hone their bodywork skills, it reveals key principles that give way to effective treatment and explores traditional Thai massage with a special focus on intention, awareness, sensitivity, and spirituality., An illustrated guide to enrich and develop the practice of Thai massage - Presents guidelines for effortless and effective practice, including body mechanics, breathing patterns, flowing movements, incremental pressure, and exercises to improve sensing and to strengthen intuition as you work - Offers ways to refine and improve classic techniques that are often performed incorrectly, explains broad healing concepts behind individual techniques, and discusses the awareness and sensitivity with which they should be performed - Answers common questions, clarifies misunderstandings, and presents ways to work with focused intention on a deeper level, and with more grace, ease, and efficiency Unlike most books about Thai massage, this guide offers a deep and insightful view of important and often neglected aspects of Thai bodywork. Many of the concepts presented in the book also apply to table massage, physical therapy, yoga, and other healing arts. Sharing insights from his many years of practice and teaching, Bob Haddad takes a deeper look at the conceptual, spiritual, and practical approaches behind effective bodywork. An entire section is dedicated to awareness of breath for massage, movement, and everyday activities. Assessment guidelines are offered to work with others based on physical appearance, pre-existing conditions, and elemental predisposition. Exercises to sharpen sensing abilities and intuition are presented, and ways to find, coax, and release blockages in the body are discussed. The author demonstrates in detail the execution of twelve important Thai massage techniques that are often taught and performed incorrectly. The chapters on Upper Body, Lower Body, and Flow offer ways to structure a customized sequence for each individual and help therapists to move from one technique to another with grace and ease. Finally, the chapter on medicinal herbs discusses the preparation, use, and benefits of hot and cold compresses, medicinal poultices, balms, oils, and herbal baths, as well as easy recipes for all of these traditional therapies. This exciting and valuable guide contains information that has never been previously available in print. Full of exercises and insights to help therapists hone their bodywork skills, this book reveals the key principles that give way to effective treatment, and it explores traditional Thai massage with a special focus on intention, awareness, sensitivity, breath, movement, stillness, and spirituality.
LC Classification NumberRM723.T45H327 2022
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