The Book of Massage and Aromatherapy

The Book of Massage and Aromatherapy
Author: Nitya Lacroix
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Aromatherapy
ISBN: 9780754809876

Massage with essential oils is one of the oldest and most pleasureable ways to combat aches, strains and minor ailments as well as improve circulation and enhance emotional state of mind. In this book fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions provide a comprehensive program for learning the basic techniques of massage and the application of essential oils.

Aromatherapy for Massage Practitioners

Aromatherapy for Massage Practitioners
Author: Ingrid Martin
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2007
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780781753456

This book is a complete guide for massage therapists interested in adding aromatherapy to their practice. It addresses practical concerns such as pricing sessions to account for the cost of oils, proper dilutions, sending products home with clients, and effective formulations for specific ailments. Case studies present specific ailments in clinical scenarios, with proper aromatherapy and massage treatments. Recipe Boxes provide directions for blending essential oils. Activity boxes develop readers' decision-making skills. Essential oil monographs discuss the history, traditional uses, safety considerations, and most effective use in massage therapy of 50 individual essential oils. Review questions appear in every chapter.

Aromatherapy and Massage for Mother and Baby

Aromatherapy and Massage for Mother and Baby
Author: Allison England
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 162
Release: 1999
Genre: Aromatherapy
ISBN: 0091822750

This newly revised edition provides the reader with expert advice on using essential oils in massage, baths, compresses, lotions, and inhalations. Special sections give complete instructions for using massage to ease the discomforts of pregnancy and relieve the pain of labor and birth, as well as to soothe and comfort restless babies and facilitate the bonding of mother and child.

Book of Step-by-Step Massage and Aromatherapy

Book of Step-by-Step Massage and Aromatherapy
Author: Mark Evans
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Acupressure
ISBN: 9781844767656

Frequently reprinted with differing titles, including The healing touch, and Step-by-step massage & aromatherapy.

Clare Maxwell-Hudson's Aromatherapy Massage

Clare Maxwell-Hudson's Aromatherapy Massage
Author: Clare Maxwell-Hudson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1994
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781564586421

Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of photographs, this hands-on guide for mastering a soothing touch outlines therapeutic uses of essential oils, with step-by-step massage techniques and a list of suppliers, to provide readers with detailed advice towards understanding the benefits of aromatherapy. 225 full-color photographs.

Aromatherapy for Bodyworkers

Aromatherapy for Bodyworkers
Author: Jade Shutes
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2007
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN:

As aromatherapy gains in popularity among complementary medical modalities, more bodywork professionals now integrate essential oils into their practices. "Aromatherapy for Bodyworkers" embraces the expansion of knowledge and presents a complete and authoritative source of information for health care workers and spa professionals.

The Book of Massage

The Book of Massage
Author: Lucinda Liddell
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 586
Release: 2012-11-20
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0743211510

A beautifully illustrated introductory guide to the healing powers of a massage, from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology. The Book of Massage is the classic guide to the relaxing and healing skills of the hands. Featuring both Eastern and Western methods, it presents step-by-step, beautifully illustrated instructions on everything from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology. The Book of Massage offers easy-to-follow techniques for giving the perfect massage, including advice on creating the right setting and suggestions for using aromatic oils and lotions. Now revised and updated with fresh color photos and drawings throughout, The Book of Massage is a simple and comprehensive handbook that reveals how you can experience the myriad benefits of giving and receiving a soothing massage.