Thai Massage: Sacred Body Work (Avery Health Guides)

Thai Massage: Sacred Body Work (Avery Health Guides)
by Ananda Apfelbaum

Thai Massage: Sacred Body Work (Avery Health Guides)
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Author: Ananda Apfelbaum
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-01-05
ISBN: 1583331689
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Avery Trade
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Book Review: An Essential Guide to Thai Yoga Massage
Summary: 5 Stars

Ananda Apfelbaum has clearly spent years studying and practicing all forms of massage, and in particular, Thai Yoga Massage. She has taken the knowledge she gained through her studies with master healer Pichest Boonthumme and made it clear and accessible for experienced therapists and newcomers alike.

The book is an excellent reference guide. Firstly, it explains in detail the origins of Thai Massage and its connection with Buddhism. Then, fully illustrated with clear photographs, it gives step by step, detailed instructions for sitting, supine and side line positions. Ananda has taken great care to elaborate on the anatomy and physiology of the human body as a foundation for learning and understanding the lines and pressure points unique to Thai Massage.

Well written and full of excellent photographs, this book is like a mini workhshop in itself. It is an essential read for people looking for a complete guide to Thai Yoga Massage or for those looking to add to their collection of health and wellness resources.

Summary of Thai Massage: Sacred Body Work (Avery Health Guides)

Thai Massage, Sacred Bodywork is a complete guide to an ancient practice that benefits body, mind, and spirit.

Interest in Thai massage has been growing rapidly. This is no surprise given its unique multifaceted approach to the body. Thai massage combines acupressure, stretching, reflexology, assisted yoga postures, herbal compresses, prayer and meditation. It benefits everyone. Sometimes called the "lazy person's yoga", Thai massage stretches and relaxes the muscles, increases the joints' range of motion, and balances energy flow throughout the body.

Thai Massage, Sacred Bodywork provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions which enable the reader to use this integrative and interactive therapy with a partner at home or with a client. The book explains the historical and philosophical background of Thai massage as well as its religious origins. Throughout the book, Ananda always reminds us of the deeper meaning of this sacred modality - compassion in action. A must for all those interested in the healing arts.

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