Head Massage: Simple Ways to Revive, Heal, Pamper and Feel Fabulous All Over - Amazing Techniques to Recharge Your Mind and Body and Improve Your Health - Softcover

Francesca Rinaldi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844765881 ISBN 13: 9781844765881

Publisher: Southwater, 2008

Synopsis

An easy-to-use practical guide to head massage strokes that will help relieve insomnia, anxiety, sinus problems and asthma, as well as general routines that give an overall feeling of relaxation and well-being Comprehensively illustrated with over 275 colour photographs, including easy-to-follow step-by-step sequences which show clearly how to carry out each routine Simple self-massage routines, including easing neck pain after driving, quick fixes while working, and how to relieve tension headaches on the spot Advice on creating a healing space, preparing yourself for treatment, and establishing a profound link between you and your partner A comprehensive overview of the most useful massage strokes, with expert authoritative instructions on how to perform them Indian head massage is an ancient therapy with a particularly modern significance. Originally derived from a rich cultural tradition of family massage and grooming, it is now recognized as a means of providing relief from the aches and strains of modern living. More than ever before we are subject to stress, and many of us have a body profile that is tense and painful, particularly in the head, neck and shoulder area. This is where Indian head massage comes into its own, as it is geared specifically to this area, relieving tensions and restoring wellbeing in body, mind and soul. This book gives all the instruction and explanation needed to begin to practise effective head massage, not only on yourself but on your family and friends. Beginning with a careful explanation of the kinds of strokes you will need to learn, the book then goes on to give complete routines, for self-massage and massaging a partner, that are specifically devised to address the needs of modern situations, including computer stress and tension from driving, as well as common ailments, such as asthma, anxiety, headaches and sinus problems. Also included are sensual massage, and advice on how to use massage during times of insomnia and illness, as well as using massage on children. In India, head massage and the use of oils go hand in hand. The final chapter of the book shows how to use oils to add an extra dimension to your head massage treatments. The head, neck and shoulders are important energy centres within the body. By concentrating on these centres with the power of touch and massage a great deal of the anxiety, emotion and tension that accumulates in everyday life will be released. Everything you need to use this amazingly effective ancient technique is within this book.

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About the Author

Francesca Rinaldi's early career in hospital administration led her to a more practical role working in the field of mental health rehabilitation, and a qualification in Holistic Massage. Her practice of therapeutic massage then developed into a specialization in Indian Head Massage, which she values for its effectiveness at dealing with modern stress. Francesca runs a private practice in a holistic clinic, works in a healing centre and in institutional settings, and has held massage workshops for schools, business conferences and at international festivals. Her clients range from company executives to children with special needs, and she specializes in stress-related issues. She is a member of the Massage Training Institute, and is committed to holistic massage practice. Australian by birth, Michelle Garrett began her career as a stylist and soon became a photographer for Australian fashion magazines. After moving to England in 1970, she began photographing for Taste, a groundbreaking magazine devoted to food. A born traveller, Garrett supplied images for a regular feature, "The Taste of", which led her to many exotic locales. It is from her travels that she draws her inspiration. Her work is dedicated to colour and light and she describes herself as a "touchy, feely" photographer. Among Michelle's scores of published books are: Flash Floyd: 150 Quick and Easy Recipes By Keith Floyd (Cassell); Glasswork: Handpainting Glass For The Home (Southwater); Brittany Gastronomique (Abbeville); Decorating With Herbs (Reader's Digest); Plants For Small Spaces (Trafalgar Square Publishing); Recipes From A Country Kitchen (Hermes House); and Mind-Blowing Foot Massage (Lorenz Books).

Edition details

• Publisher: Southwater
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844765881
• ISBN 13: 9781844765881
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96