Chinese Self-massage Therapy


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Chinese self-massage has many benefits and uses, ranging from maintaining health to treating acne, losing or gaining weight, and preventing wrinkles. This comprehensive overview of the theories and techniques of Chinese self-massage is for both professional practitioners of Chinese medicine and people who are interested in caring for their health. It includes self-massage procedures for treatment and prevention of many common complaints, such as colds and flus, insomnia, high blood pressure, constipation, diabetes, menstrual pain, tennis elbow, and fibrocystic breast disease, along with accompanying pictures showing how and where the technique should be done. This book also includes sections on self-massage for sexual dysfunction, beautification, weight loss, maintenance of teeth, prevention of balding, and the promotion of better breast health.




The Complete Guide of Self-Massage


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Learn all about Chinese acupressure therapy with this readable, illustrated guide. Chinese acupressure is an ancient therapy using kneading, rubbing, pressing, and stroking to stimulate different acupoints on the body. It is a great way to relieve pain, soothe the nerves, improve skin condition and even prevent disease! In The Complete Guide of Self-Massage, the theories based on traditional Chinese medicine are explained in simple language to provide a basic knowledge of: The meridian system meridian pathways Body network Individual acupoints Common massage techniques are demonstrated with detailed descriptions and illustrations. All techniques are self-massage methods—meaning that you can give yourself a massage without any help! A list of massage techniques that can combat the 50 most common illnesses is included along with suggestions on massage frequency and intensity.




Chinese Tui Na Massage


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Provides both theory and practical technique and is ideal for professional therapists, martial artists or anyone with an active lifestyle.




Qigong and Chinese Self-Massage for Everyday Health Care


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Originally published as: Methods of traditional Chinese health care. Beijing, China: Foreign Languages Press, 1990.




Gua Sha Scraping Massage Techniques


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Learn the ancient techniques and health benefits of Gua Sha massage with this complete illustrated guide. Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese therapy for expelling toxin and preventing diseases. A simple scraping plate coupled with oil, when applied to the body repeatedly, can reach the effect of smoothing Qi and blood flow, stimulating main and collateral channels, expelling toxins and alleviating pain. This book explores the natural way of prevention and treatment through traditional Chinese medicine and explains the complete theories and practice for the treatment of over 100 ailments. Through Gua Sha Scraping Massage Techniques you will discover: The principles of Gua Sha Tools, ways, and techniques of Gua Sha How to judge your own health status, prevent and tackle common ailments and achieve healthy complexion and physique through Gua Sha How to prevent and cure various diseases through Gua Sha, such as chronic diseases, bone-joint diseases, male and female diseases, more Apart from Gua Sha, other tips for diet, massage and daily habits that combat illness and help build up your health




Becoming a Massage Therapist at Age 70


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Why does a man who is well into his retirement take up a new career as a massage therapist? What can massage offer to society? How does one go about learning it? Sam Wong deals with these and other intriguing questions in this book. He provides an authentic account of learning and blending Western massage and Chinese tui na, highlights the role of inspiring teachers in helping him to become a massage therapist, and documents the effectiveness of massage as an alternative treatment for fibromyalgia and other chronic pains. Sams insights on tui na in traditional Chinese medicine are fascinating and unique.




Chinese Massage Therapy


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Chinese Qigong Massage


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Invigorating and restorative massage techniques both for self and with a partner.




Chinese Massage Tui Na


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Tui Na massage is a non-invasive, effective way to create and maintain balance and harmony for a healthy, happier life--check it out! If you suffer from any of the following health problems, then Tui Na self-massage therapy can help you restore balance and harmony to your body: Musculoskeletal disorders Headaches Stress Premenstrual Syndrome Fatigue Insomnia Neck Pain Back Pain Arthritis Osteoporosis Digestive Problems Respiratory Problems Tui Na massage is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and has been effectively helping people treat numerous health problems for thousands of years. This book will explain the various Tui Na techniques and manipulations to help you take charge of your own health. This informative book covers the following elements of Tui Na massage and Traditional Chinese Medicine: The history of Chinese Medicine The history of Tui Na massage The main Tui Na techniques The main Tui Na manipulations Tui Na pediatric applications How to center yourself How to cultivate and control Qi The Inner Smile The Six Healing Sounds How and when to use Tui Na therapy When Tui Na is not an appropriate therapy The techniques in this book will help you to understand and be more in tune with your body and your health. You'll learn how to listen to your body, how to tell when you're not centered, the various Tui Na techniques and how they help to cure various numerous disorders, and how to restore harmony to your body and your environment. Chinese practitioners have applied these types of therapies successfully for thousands of years and now they are available to you. And, there are many scientific studies demonstrating the effectiveness of these techniques. So, if you feel as if you're out of sync with your health and everything around you, or if you just want to take charge of maintaining your own health to live a more balanced and harmonious life, this book will show you how. Your health is the most important thing in your life, and so, there's no better time than right now to take a positive step in creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with Tui Na massage therapy.