Massage is one of the oldest forms of therapy, renowned for restoring physical and emotional wellbeing. With this book you can experiment with massage in the comfort of your own home and treat family and friends to a total pampering experience! Clear, step-by-step instructions demonstrate all the techniques you will need to aid relaxation, relieve aches and pains, release tension and improve energy levels, and also included are recipes for oils, lotions and compresses. Whether you want to treat a common ailment or simply to unwind, Massage Basics is an indispensable guide.
This is a great, practical reference book for the complete novice, such as myself. It is not comprehensive, but it gives concise direction with helpful pictures for many useful massages that can be practised at home. It's a nice resource for some basic techniques. My favorite massages they demonstrated were the self-massage, the seated routine, the massage remedies for tired feet, travel problems, and eye strain.