Synopses & Reviews
The Visual Guide to Swedish Massage clearly illustrates the practical methods for performing foundational massage therapy techniques. Readers will find this to be a helpful reference to review the proper movements to ensure the client experience is second to none.
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"This book is well thought out, well written and thorough. I wish this book were available to me when I was going through massage school!"
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" I think this book will be a great addition to any massage program or entry-level student studying Swedish massage."
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"This is a needed book. The detailed step by step approach is limited in other books or publications. It is great to see a return to the details of hands on techniques and not just a quick routine."
Synopsis
The Visual Guide to Swedish Massage clearly illustrates the practical methods for performing foundational massage therapy techniques. Readers will find this to be a helpful reference to review the proper movements to ensure the client experience is second to none.
About the Author
Mark F. Beck has been a massage therapist since 1975 and a massage educator for over 20 years. He has served as a school director and was active in the National Massage School Association (AMTA Council of Schools). He has held several offices in state and national professional associations. Mr. Beck was the owner/director/instructor of Magic Valley Massotherapy Institute from 1980 to 1990 and is currently the owner/director of Cooperative Training Systems (1996 - present). He is recognized as one of the original "thought leaders" in massage education and is the creator/author of Structural Muscular Balancing.
Table of Contents
I. GETTING STARTED. 1. Classification of the Basic Swedish Massage Strokes. 2. Application of Massage Movements. 3. Draping Procedures. 4. Pre-Service Procedure. II. BASIC GENERAL MASSAGE. 5. General Arm Massage. 6. General Massage for the Foot and Leg. 7. General Massage for the Anterior Torso and Neck. 8. Changing Position from Supine to Prone. 9. General Massage for the Back of the Legs. 10. General Massage for the Back of the Body. 11. Post-Service: Completing the General Massage Session. III. FULL BODY RELAXATION MASSAGE. 12. Massage the Face. 13. Massage the Scalp. 14. Massage the Ear. 15. Massage the Neck. 16. Massage the Arms. 17. Massage the Hand and Joint Movements for the Hands and Arms. 18. Massage the Feet. 19. Massage the Front of the Legs. 20. Massaging the Abdomen and Chest. 21. Massage the Back of the Legs. 22. Massage the Back.