Encyclopedia of Thai Massage
a complete guide to traditional thai massage therapy and acupressure
$93.78
- Paperback
288 pages
- Release Date
1 January 2011
Summary
Unlock the Secrets of Ancient Healing: The Encyclopedia of Thai Massage
Drawing from Thai history, cultural studies, Buddhist religion, and yogic practices, as well as a modern understanding of anatomy and physiology, this guidebook bridges the gap between theory and practice while presenting bodywork as it is understood in Thailand–as a therapeutic medical science.
Presenting detailed analysis of each step in a Thai massage routine, the history, spiritual traditions, and et…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781844095636 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1844095630 |
| Author: | C. Pierce Salguero, David Roylance |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Findhorn Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Edition: | 2nd |
| Release Date: | 1 January 2011 |
| Weight: | 860g |
| Dimensions: | 254mm x 191mm x 18mm |
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Critics Review
“This book is a treasure, like the palm-leaf manuscripts of ancient times, transmitting traditional healing knowledge to the present day.”
“I am happy that this system of Traditional Thai Massage developed by my father is in the hands of the new generation, and is being carried forward in the West.” * Ajahn Dr. Wasan Chaichakan Traditional Thai Medicine Doctor *Bridging the gap between the theory and practice of Thai massage, The Encyclopaedia of Thai Massage explores the history, spiritual traditional and ethical codes of Thai medicine, alongside a detailed analysis of Thai massage therapy. The book uses full colour photographs and diagrams to illustrate the variety of techniques, as well as examples of routines for treating specific disorders. This second edition is updated with a new layout, photos and expanded text, providing an exhaustive handbook, complete with a section on the main energy meridians and acupressure points, making it the perfect tool to accompany anyone studying this modality. * International Therapist *
About The Author
C. Pierce Salguero
Dr. Pierce Salguero is a professor and the director of research at the Thai Institute of Healing Arts. He is the author of The Spiritual Healing of Traditional Thailand, A Thai Herbal, Thai Massage Workbook, and Traditional Thai Medicine: Buddhism, Animism, Ayurveda. He lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
David Roylance is an instructor of Thai massage and Thai healing arts, as well as the executive director of the Thai Institute of Healing Arts. He lives in Arlington, Virginia.
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