Tibetan remedial massage is one of the oldest forms of massage found on the earth. It is a speciality of Tibetan medicine that specifically addresses the external body. It is one of six types of external therapies found in the Gyud-Zhi, a classic of Tibetan Medicine referred to as the “Four Tantras” in English.
Category: Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy: Mongolian Massage – Chua Ka
Close to the Tui Na massage comes the Mongolian massage known as Chua-Ka. Chua-ka is a deep tissue massage for releasing trapped pain and tension in the body. It releases trapped pain and tension in the body while freeing the psyche of its corresponding fears and preoccupations. Thus, working on the psychology along with the physical problem.
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Massage Therapy: Aromatherapy Massage Oil Mixing
Mixing Your Oil
Mixing your own oils is easy. Into a clean, sterilized jar, pour 1/8 of a cup of any of the following vegetable oils. This is your base oil: safflower, sunflower, coconut, apricot kernel, almond, hazelnut, grapeseed, and jojoba.
(Technical note : jojoba is a favourite choice, because it is really a liquid form of wax and won’t become rancid.)
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Massage Therapy: Benefits of Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy is the ancient art and science of using the healing power of aromatic essential oils, distilled from organic plant sources. Due to the vast number of natural phytochemicals produced by the plants, essential oils can have many different effects on the body, mind and spirit.
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Massage Therapy: Healing with Massage
Massage is a therapy anyone can perform. There are very little chances of harming anyone except in rare cases, when a person is suffering from heart problems, varicose veins or is pregnant. With a little practice, it is very easy to bring comfort and relaxation to oneself and the partner. As with any therapy, using the right technique will take a little time but once you have mastered it, the basic strokes are very simple to perform.
Massage Therapy: What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is the system of manual medicine, which is concerned, with the structural and mechanical problems of the body. It deals not only with the spine but also with the body’s whole framework like its bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and other supportive soft tissues. Its aim is to restore proper movement and functioning to this system by means of gentle manual pressure.
Massage Therapy: What is Rolfing?
Rolfing is a method of manipulating the connective tissue of the body in order to realign its structure. The goal of the therapy is threefold :
Massage Therapy: Massaging Your Partner
Massaging your partner can be a wonderful way of sharing and giving, helping the relationship as well as easing tensions and preventing stress problems. Preparation is important in order to help release tired, aching muscles and create and overall experience. Here are a few guidelines:
Massage Therapy: Self Massage Techniques
PREVENTIVE MASSAGE
One of the most positive aspects of massage is that you do not need to wait until you have an ailment or injury to receive massage, it is pleasurable and therapeutic treatment at any time (with few contraindications), and regular massage is one of the best ways to avoid stress-related illnesses or injury from high levels of exercise and sports. Massage is not appropriate to use, where there is an acute infection, feverish condition or inflammation, and care needs to be taken with anyone with heart conditions, so the first rule should be, if in doubt, don’t. The strokes, suggested in this book, are generally safe and are not a substitute for professional treatment if needed. They are intended for use in preventing ill health, not in treating it, and as a means of reducing stress and tension, for you and for others.
Massage Therapy: Simple Self Massage Techniques
There are certain simple massages you can do yourself. Massage is a great “pick-me-up” after a hard day of work. You can also get benefits of massage by immersing yourself in a Jacuzzi with the water doing the massaging. Many massage and wellness centres offer workshops on massages and partner massages. It may be worthwhile going for a workshop to get some familiarity with this technique.
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