Dictionary - Lifestream Massage Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Lifestream Massage Technique
LIFESTREAM MASSAGE TECHNIQUE This is a unique signature massage taught only at LifeStream Massage School in Napa Valley, Calif.  ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Auric Massage Technique: Alternative Health Dictionary On Auric Massage Technique
auric massage technique: Manual adjunct to angelic healing that is a form of aura cleansing (aura balancing). Its apparent principle i...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Onsen Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Onsen Technique
ONSEN TECHNIQUE Onsen is a Japanese word meaning at rest or at peace. It is a state of mind, but can also be a state of body. Develope...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia - Massage
Massage is the practice of applying pressure or vibration to the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, connective tissue, tendons,...   » Read the article

Article - Acupressure Massage: Short Introduction To Acupressure Massage
 Acupressure Massage is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine based on Acupuncture where pressure and massage techniques are...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Massage Therapist Organizations
Massage - The ABMP. The Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) an international, for-profit, organization of professiona...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Types Of Massage
There are well over 150 types of massage therapy. Various styles of massage have developed from a number of sources. Massage - Breema. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Massage Therapist Organizations
Massage - International. The Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) an international, for-profit, organization of profe...   » Read the article

Dictionary - M Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On M Technique
M TECHNIQUE The ‘M’ Technique is a series of stroking movements performed in a set sequence. Each movement, identified wit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Types Of Massage
There are well over 150 types of massage therapy. Various styles of massage have developed from a number of sources. Massage - Breema. ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Raindrop Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Raindrop Technique
RAINDROP TECHNIQUE Originated by D. Gary Young, raindrop technique is a noninvasive tool for helping to correct defects in the curvatu...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lenair Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Lenair Technique
LENAIR TECHNIQUE This energy medicine therapy abates addictions, compulsions, fears, phobias, and stress-related problems with a hands...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Radiance Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Radiance Technique
RADIANCE TECHNIQUE This technique is a science of universal energy, taught in seminars by authorized instructors throughout the world....   » Read the article

Dictionary - Bowen Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Bowen Technique
BOWEN TECHNIQUE Developed by Thomas Ambrose Bowen of Australia in the 1960s and 1970s, this hands-on, light-touch body therapy consist...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Alexander Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Alexander Technique
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE The Alexander Technique is movement education in which the student is taught to sit, stand, and move in ways that ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Massage Basics
Massage - Communication. Good communication is essential to effective massage. In a commercial setting, the client is encouraged to com...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Emf Balancing Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Emf Balancing Technique
EMF BALANCING TECHNIQUE In an hour-long session, clients experience their own electromagnetic field and the patterns within it. The pr...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Muscle Release Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Muscle Release Technique
MUSCLE RELEASE TECHNIQUE This technique combines compression, extension, movement, and breath to give therapists a tool to provide rel...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Myoskeletal Alignment Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Myoskeletal Alignment Technique
MYOSKELETAL ALIGNMENT TECHNIQUE A holistic approach to relief of back and neck pain based on concepts and principles from Rolfing, ost...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Muscle Energy Technique: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Muscle Energy Technique
MUSCLE ENERGY TECHNIQUE Muscle energy is a direct, noninvasive manual therapy used to normalize joint dysfunction and increase range o...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Massage: Encyclopedia Ii - Massage - Massage Basics
Massage - Communication. Good communication is essential to effective massage. In a commercial setting, the client is encouraged to com...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Bart: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Bart (bonding And Relaxation Techniques)
BART (Bonding and Relaxation Techniques) Based on the parent education program of infant massage by Virnala McClure, BART is a program...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Cayce Reilly Massage: Alternative Health Dictionary On Cayce Reilly Massage
Cayce/Reilly massage (Cayce/Reilly approach to massage, Cayce/Reilly method, Cayce/Reilly technique): Holistic form of massage named a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Marma Therapy: Alternative Health Dictionary On Marma Therapy
marma therapy (Ayurvedic lymphatic massage, Ayurvedic massage, marma technique): A form of massage that stimulates marmas - 107 vital,...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Chi Nei Tsang: Alternative Health Dictionary On Chi Nei Tsang
Chi Nei Tsang (CNT, healing light massage, Internal Organ Chi Massage, Organ Chi Transformation Massage, Taoist Chi Nei Tsang, Taoist ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Vodder Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Vodder Massage
Vodder Massage: A manual lymph drainage massage technique.   (See also: Vodder Massage , Alternative Health, Body Mind and Sou...   » Read the article

Dictionary - On-site Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On On-site Massage
ON-SITE MASSAGE Also called seated and chair massage, on-site massage includes techniques that provide fully-clothed seated massage, b...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Chair Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Chair Massage
CHAIR MASSAGE Also called on-site and seated massage, chair massage includes techniques that provide fully-clothed seated massage, bod...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Radiant Healing Massage Method: Alternative Health Dictionary On Radiant Healing Massage Method
Radiant Healing Massage Method (Radiant Healing Massage): Combination of massage techniques that was developed because all modes of ma...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Massage
Massage: There are over 80 types of massage in use today. They are as many reasons to seek massage as there are types. In general, mas...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Odyssey Massage: Alternative Health Dictionary On Odyssey Massage
Odyssey Massage: a method that includes abhyanga, aromatherapy, Vital Touch techniques, and modes of massage called Garshana and Vishe...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Seated Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Seated Massage
SEATED MASSAGE Known as seated massage, chair massage, or on-site massage, this technique involves the use of a specially designed mas...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Knife Massage: Alternative Health Dictionary On Knife Massage
knife massage (knife therapy): A technique that involves tapping acupoints with the blade of a cleaver.   (See also: Knife mas...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Integrated/eclectic Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Integrated/eclectic Massage
INTEGRATED/ECLECTIC MASSAGE Indicates a combination of various massage, bodywork, and somatic therapy techniques utilized by a practit...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Jamu Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Jamu Massage
JAMU MASSAGE Jamu massage is a Balinese-inspired technique based on Indian, Chinese, and European techniques involving acupressure, ro...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Infant Massage: Health And Healing Dictionary On Infant Massage
Infant Massage Specific massage techniques for infants, these methods can be easily learned by massage therapists, nurses, parents, an...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Polarity Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Polarity Massage
Polarity Massage: A technique of gently rocking, holding and massaging to stimulate relaxation, restore energy flow and encourage revi...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Connective Tissue Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Connective Tissue Massage
CONNECTIVE TISSUE MASSAGE Also known as bindegewebsmassage, these techniques are designed to specifically affect the connective tissue...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Thai Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Thai Massage
Thai Massage: A technique that involves a unique combination of gentle rocking and stretching using range of motion and acupressure te...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Deep Muscle Massage / Primmer Deep Muscle Therapy: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Deep Muscle Massage / Primmer Deep Muscle Therapy
Deep Muscle Massage / Primmer Deep Muscle Therapy: This type of massage eliminates knots, locked up areas, and emotional blocks in the...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Sports Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Sports Massage
Sports Massage: Massage of foundation tissues directed specifically at the muscles used in athletic activities. This is a deep muscle ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Therapeutic Massage/touch: Alternate Health Therapy Dictionary On Therapeutic Massage/touch
Therapeutic Massage/Touch  - A healing technique that combines traditional laying of the hands with certain Eastern theories of e...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lonsdale Method Of Lymphatic Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Lonsdale Method Of Lymphatic Massage
LONSDALE METHOD OF LYMPHATIC MASSAGE This technique offers a unique integration of osteopathic visceral manipulation, using both deep ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Massage Therapy: Alternative Treatment Dictionary On Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy: Popular around the world, massage incorporates the use of touch to stimulate circulation, relax muscles and promote a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Infant Massage: Alternative Treatment Dictionary On Infant Massage
Infant Massage: Infant Massage seeks to enhance the bonding between parents and infant, improve digestion, and establish good sleeping...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Russian Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Russian Massage (russian Sports Massage)
RUSSIAN MASSAGE (RUSSIAN SPORTS MASSAGE) This technique alters the basic strokes of classical massage so each stroke provides the clie...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Deep Tissue Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Deep Tissue Massage
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Techniques which utilize deep tissue/deep muscle massage are administered to affect the sub-layer of musculature a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Swedish Massage: Holistic Health Therapy Dictionary On Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage: While the healing power of touch is an ancient concept, this technique is named after Swedish massage pioneer, Peter ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Manipulation: Holistic Health Therapy Dictionary On Manipulation
MANIPULATION: application of manual force for healing. Term describes the techniques used in osteopathy, chiropractic, massage, and ot...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pedicure: Encyclopedia Ii - Pedicure - Foot Massage
Feet, leg, hand,and arm massages are an important part of pedicures and manicures. This technique will help relax your client, and possib...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Phytotherapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Phytotherapy
PHYTOTHERAPY This technique utilizes massage, mud packs, wraps, baths, water, and steam therapies, and/or inhalation treatments using ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Kriya Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Kriya Massage
KRIYA MASSAGE Kriya Massage, developed by Kamala Renner in 1970, is different from any traditional bodywork training because of the em...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Kobayashi Technique: Alternative Health Dictionary On Kobayashi Technique
Kobayashi Technique (Applied Kobayashi Techniques, Kobayashi Techniques): rejuvenescent system promoted by Master Healer Ken Kobayashi...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Nikkon Restorative Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Nikkon Restorative Massage (okazaki Restorative Massage)
NIKKON RESTORATIVE MASSAGE (OKAZAKI RESTORATIVE MASSAGE) Nikkon Restorative Massage was developed by Professor Henry Seishiro Okazaki ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Belavi: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Belavi
BELAVI A series of massage techniques using acupressure points, lymphatic drainage strokes, and facial massage strokes, Belavi’ ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Polarity Energy Balancing Massage: Alternative Health Dictionary On Polarity Energy Balancing Massage
Polarity energy balancing massage: System based on the work of Randolph Stone (see Polarity Therapy). It has four branches: (1) energy...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Massage, Bodywork, Somatic Therapies
MASSAGE, BODYWORK AND SOMATIC THERAPIES Massage, bodywork, and somatic therapies is the application of various techniques to the muscu...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Sports Massage: Holistic Health Therapy Dictionary On Sports Massage
Sports massage The prime purpose of sports massage therapy is to help alleviate the stress and tension which builds up in the body's s...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Integrative Bodywork: Natural Health Dictionary On Integrative Bodywork
Integrative bodywork: A variety of massage therapies, bodywork techniques and energy therapies used to assist the healing process. Tec...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Ayurvedic Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Ayurvedic Massage
AYURVEDIC MASSAGE An ayurvedic massage is one part of the traditional detoxification and rejuvenation program of India called panchaka...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Deep Muscle Massage
Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy / Deep Muscle Massage: This type of massage eliminates knots, locked up areas, and emotional blocks in th...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Swedish Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Swedish Massage
SWEDISH MASSAGE One of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, Swedish massage is a vigorous system of treatment d...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Body-oriented Psychotherapy: Holistic Health Therapy Dictionary On Body-oriented Psychotherapy
BODY-ORIENTED PSYCHOTHERAPY: seeks to enhance the psychotherapeutic process by incorporating a range of massage, bodywork and movement...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Metta Touch: Alternative Health Dictionary On Metta Touch
Metta Touch: a blend of techniques from acupressure, reflexology, shiatsu, Swedish massage, Thai Massage, and yoga. One of its aims is...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Budzek Medical Massage Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Budzek Medical Massage Therapy
BUDZEK MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPY Developed by Jeffrey Budzeky, RN, Budzek Medical Massage Therapy is designed to relieve acute and chron...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Esalen Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Esalen Massage
ESALEN MASSAGE Developed in the 1960s, this style originated at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, Calif., and is based on a combination...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Manipulation: Health And Healing Dictionary On Manipulation
MANIPULATION application of manual force for healing. Term describes the techniques used in osteopathy, chiropractic, massage, and oth...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Swedish Massage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage: A classical European massage technique of the muscles with special oils by therapeutic stroking and kneading of muscl...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Breast Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Breast Massage
BREAST MASSAGE This technique entails specific kneading, rubbing, and/or squeezing strokes applied to the soft tissue of the breast to...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Alexander Technique: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique: A posture, movement, and massage system designed to improve the way we sit, stand, and move in our daily routine,...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Yogassage: Alternative Health Dictionary On Yogassage
Yogassage: One-on-one form of yoga therapy that includes many types of massage and healing techniques.   (See also: Yogassage...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Precision Reflexology: Alternative Health Dictionary On Precision Reflexology
precision reflexology: A form of Foot Reflexology Massage that includes a technique called energy linking.   (See also: Preci...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Effleurage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Effleurage
Effleurage: Massage technique involving quick, long strokes at the beginning and end of a treatment.   (See also: Effleurage ,...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Champissage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Champissage
CHAMPISSAGE Champissage is the modern Indian name for the ayurvedic method of head massage, stimulating the circulation to the scalp a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Nauli: Spiritual Yoga Dictionary V On Nauli
Nauli: abdominal massage' - a cleansing technique (shatkarma) involving the contraction of the rectus abdominal muscles.   (Se...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Kripalu Bodywork: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Kripalu Bodywork
KRIPALU BODYWORK The Kripalu bodyworker guides the client into a state of deep relaxation and meditation for the purpose of releasing ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Myomassology: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Myomassology
MYOMASSOLOGY Myomassology is an integration of techniques including basic Swedish massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, shiatsu, iridolo...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Swedish Massage: Alternative Health Dictionary Iii On Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage uses a system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combine...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Pregnancy Massage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Prenatal Pregnancy Massage
PRENATAL MASSAGE / PREGNANCY MASSAGE Performed by a trained perinatal specialist, many methods of massage and somatic therapies are bo...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Body-oriented Psychotherapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Body-oriented Psychotherapy
BODY-ORIENTED PSYCHOTHERAPY Body-oriented psychotherapy seeks to enhance the psychotherapeutic process by incorporating a range of mas...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Bodywork: Alternative Health Dictionary Iii On Bodywork
Bodywork encompasses many practices that utilize manual manipulation of the body. Techniques include massage, acupressure, energy work...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Exerssage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Exerssage
EXERSSAGE StarFace Exerssage is a facial yoga, slow motion movement, and self massage technique integrated with breathing to release j...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Core Structural Integrative Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Core Structural Integrative Therapy
CORE STRUCTURAL INTEGRATIVE THERAPY Originated by George P. Kousaleos, CORE is a myofascial, postural and structural somatic therapy c...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Hydrotherapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Hydrotherapy
HYDROTHERAPY Although ancient Greece and Rome had both adopted the beliefs that water had healing properties, it was the Romans to fir...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Zen Body Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Zen Body Therapy
ZEN BODY THERAPY This technique integrates Zen training with Eastern teachings of the circulation of vital energy or essence of life. ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Reichian Release: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Reichian Release
REICHIAN RELEASE This technique utilizes manipulation of the musculo-skeletal system to release emotional blockages from the body. It ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Ayurvedic Treatment: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Ayurvedic Treatment, Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurvedic Treatment and Massage: Massage techniques include: Abhyanga- individually prepared herbal-oil massage that deeply penetrat...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Amma: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Amma, Anma
AMMA/ANMA Amma (sometimes spelled anma) is the traditional word for massage in the Japanese language. It comes from the Chinese tradit...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Vibrational Healing Massage Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Vibrational Healing Massage Therapy
VIBRATIONAL HEALING MASSAGE THERAPY Vibrational Healing Massage Therapy (VHMT) is a bodywork therapy designed to restore one to fluidi...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Acupuncture: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Acupuncture
ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture is an ancient oriental healing technique based on the Taoist philosophy of balancing energy meridians within t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Point Holding: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Point Holding
POINT HOLDING This acupressure technique requires several practitioners to apply pressure to specific acupoints for up to two hours in...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lymphodrainage: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Lymphodrainage
Lymphodrainage: Non-evasive therapeutic massage to the face and neck that uses a delicate pumping technique to purge swollen tissues (...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Shiatsu: Holistic Treatment Dictionary On Shiatsu
Shiatsu: Japanese acupressure massage technique, in which pressure is applied to specific points of the body to stimulate or release t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Massage: Holistic Health Dictionary On Massage
MASSAGE Hands-on manipulation for healing is probably older than any other healing tradition. The oldest written records of massage go...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Kinesitherapy: Holistic Health Therapy Dictionary On Kinesitherapy
Kinesitherapy: Kinesitherapy is a therapy, which is governed by movement. There are two types of Kinesitherapies: Active Kinesitherap...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Bindegewebsmassage: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Bindegewebsmassage
BINDEGEWEBSMASSAGE This technique is based on the theory that any disruption or imbalance in any portion of the body affects the entir...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Shiatsu: Holistic Health Dictionary I On Shiatsu
SHIATSU Means, “finger pressure,” and is known for its particular technique of massage. Originating in Japan, many centuri...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Body-centered Psychotherapy: Alternative Health Dictionary On Body-centered Psychotherapy
body-centered psychotherapy (body-oriented psychotherapy, body psychotherapy, direct body-contact psychotherapy, humanistic body psych...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Zen Shiatsu Acupressure: Alternative Health Dictionary On Zen Shiatsu Acupressure
Zen Shiatsu Acupressure (Zen Shiatsu Acupressure massage): Method that encompasses herbology, meditation, Oriental diagnostic techniqu...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Energetic Bodywork: Alternative Health Dictionary On Energetic Bodywork
Energetic Bodywork: Subject of Energetic Bodywork: Practical Techniques (Samuel Weiser, Inc., 1998), by herbalist and massage therapis...   » Read the article