YB08501369
SWEDISH MASSAGE TECHNIQUE: THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS
By Michael Barney Johnson

Swedish Massage Technique: Therapeutic Applications provides a hands-on overview of a style of message that is particularly appropriate for physically active people¡ªboth as a method for enhancing physical (athletic) performance and as a way to help treat injuries. Avoiding extensive use of technical terms concerning the technique, the DVD looks at the five basic movements of Swedish massage: effleurage (long, generous circular strokes, as a rule); petrissage (the lifting and kneading of soft tissue); tapotement (any light or heavy percussive actions); friction (small, firm, and deep circular movements), and vibration (the lifting and shaking of individual muscles). The DVD explains and demonstrates the application of each of these movements on the major areas of the body. The DVD also includes cautionary remarks, as appropriate, concerning the various applications of the technique.

Among the topics covered:

~ Initial face-to-face encounter
~ Massaging the legs
~ Massaging the abdomen
~ Massaging the chest
~ Massaging the neck and shoulders
~ Massaging the arms
~ Massaging the back
~ Massaging problem or trouble spots
~ Cupping and chopping movements
~ Massaging the gluteals
~ Massaging the back of the legs
DVD
35 minutes
2010
 
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