Chinese Massage Manual: A comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to the healing art of Tui na - Softcover

Pritchard, Sarah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 095629300X ISBN 13: 9780956293008

Publisher: Singing Dragon, 2009

Synopsis

This comprehensive, introductory book covers the essentials of Chinese massage (Tui na), including the fundamental principles of Chinese medicine, and the 20 basic massage techniques. It also includes treatment advice for 12 common ailments, so that the reader can practice what he or she has learnt to good effect. The book covers:

· Instruction on 20 specialized massage techniques
· How to locate over 50 points to treat specific problems
· How to combine massage with Qi Gong for maximum energy and wellbeing
· Step-by-step treatments for common colds, lower back pain, sciatica and more
· Clear photographs, diagrams and charts

The author provides key information in clear, easy to refer to tables and diagrams, making this also an excellent reference for students, and practitioners of related disciplines.

About this title

About the Author

Sarah Pritchard, Lic Ac., MBAcC. Dip Tui na (Nanjing) MRTCM, was one of the first Westerners to practice Tui na in the UK. She trained in both the UK and in Nanjing, China, and has been working as a professional Tui na practitioner and acupuncturist since 1994. She is the Tui na course co-ordinator and senior lecturer at the City College of Acupuncture, and the founder and director of Blackheath Complementary Health Centre, London. She is the chair and a founder member of the UK Register of Tui na Chinese Massage.

From the Back Cover

Master 20 specialized massage techniques
Locate over 50 points to treat specific problems
Combine massage with Qi Gong for maximum energy and well being
Follow step-by-step treatments for colds,headaches, insomnia,sciatica and more
Learn easily with clear photographs, simple-to-use diagrams and charts

Safe, holistic and effective, Tui na is a unique blend of hands-on massage technique with the principles of Chinese medicine. The Chinese Massage Manual includes everything you need to start practising on your friends and family. Follow the clear step-by-step instructions, refer to the theory charts, and you will find the healing power of Chinese medicine at your fingertips.

Edition details

• Publisher: Singing Dragon
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 095629300X
• ISBN 13: 9780956293008
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 144