What reduces pain, enhances athletic performance, job
efficiency, improves the circulation, raises immune efficiency,
promotes the healing of tissues, increases the functioning of the
skin, enhances focus and emotional balance, and improves
appearance? Right, massage! So what are you waiting for?

Discover how to knead your way to relaxation and wellness with
this fun guide to the art of massage. With the help of numerous
step-by-step hands-on photos and illustrations, Massage For
Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you, move by move, how to harness
the healing power of touch. In no time you'll master the basics and
learn how to give and receive a therapeutic massage.

25% new and expanded content in this edition
Covers an array of techniques, from Swedish to Deep Tissue and
sports massage to self-massage
The newest strokes and techniques that can relieve specific
painful conditions

Hands-on and extremely practical, Massage For Dummies, 2nd
Edition shows you how to integrate massage and its benefits
into your everyday life.

Autorentext

Steve Capellini, LMT, is a licensed massage therapist,
trainer, and consultant. He has authored several books and has
appeared on TV and in magazines.

Michel Van Welden, PT, NT, received his training at the
Physical Therapy Institute of Paris, specializing in orthopedic and
neurological rehabilitation.

Zusammenfassung
Sooth away stress, banish pain, and share the language of touch with the healing powers of massage What reduces pain, enhances athletic performance, job efficiency, improves the circulation, raises immune efficiency, promotes the healing of tissues, increases the functioning of the skin, enhances focus and emotional balance, and improves appearance? Right, massage! So what are you waiting for?

Discover how to knead your way to relaxation and wellness with this fun guide to the art of massage. With the help of numerous step-by-step hands-on photos and illustrations, Massage For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you, move by move, how to harness the healing power of touch. In no time you'll master the basics and learn how to give and receive a therapeutic massage.

25% new and expanded content in this edition
Covers an array of techniques, from Swedish to Deep Tissue and sports massage to self-massage
The newest strokes and techniques that can relieve specific painful conditions
Hands-on and extremely practical, Massage For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you how to integrate massage and its benefits into your everyday life.

Inhalt

Introduction 1

Part I: Discovering Massage 7

Chapter 1: Not Just a Rub: How Massage Can Improve Your Life 9

Chapter 2: A Brief History of Touch 21

Chapter 3: Your Skin and What's Beneath It: What You're Touching When You Massage Somebody 31

Part II: The Art of Receiving Massage 49

Chapter 4: Making Massage Part of Your Life: A Massage Road Map 51

Chapter 5: Your First Massage Appointment, Step-by-Step 67

Chapter 6: The Rules for Receiving Massage 83

Chapter 7: Enjoying the Spa Experience (There and at Home) 95

Part III: The Art of Giving Massage 111