Cranio-Sacral Integration

Foundation

Thomas Attlee

This foundation text integrates the wide spectrum of approaches to Cranio-Sacral Therapy, providing the reader with a broad understanding of the discipline. The author covers fundamental theory as well as practical skills and techniques, and provides instructions for treatments which are clearly explained in case histories and illustrations. more »

June 2012, Paperback: £29.99/ $49.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-098-6, 246mm x 189mm / 10in x 7.5in, 448pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, complementary medicine, complementary therapies, craniosacral

Essential Oils

A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice
2nd edition

Jennifer Peace Rhind

This research-based guide to essential oils and their use in contemporary aromatherapy provides a full historical and cultural context for aromatherapy practice. The characteristics of over 100 essential oils, absolutes and resinoids are provided in detail, including botanical and chemical information, usage and combinations. more »

June 2012, Paperback: £19.99/ $35.00
ISBN: 978-1-84819-089-4, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 320pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, complementary medicine, massage

Seated Taiji and Qigong

Guided Therapeutic Exercises to Manage Stress and Balance Mind, Body and Spirit

Cynthia W. Quarta

This illustrated guide covers everything caregivers will need to know about Taiji and Qigong in order to help those with limited mobility experience these relaxing forms of exercise. The specially adapted program targets all the different parts of the body to improve strength and provide contemplative relaxation. more »

2012, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-088-7, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 204pp

Keywords: adults, bodywork, chi kung, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, disability, health care, mental health, meridians, movement, nursing, occupational therapy, older people, qigong, tai chi, taiji jian, taiji quan

Freeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release

Noah Karrasch

Too many of us hold our physical, mental and emotional pain within our bodies, where it slows energy, manifests as tension and can have a damaging impact upon our health. In his new book, Noah Karrasch shows that wellbeing and healing come from the detangling of blocked emotions and the restoration of the free flow of energy through the body. more »

2012, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-085-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: bodywork, massage

Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care

Take My Hand

Barbara Goldschmidt and Niamh van Meines
Illustrated by James Goldschmidt

The radiant energy in human touch can have a powerful therapeutic effect for those who are elderly, ill or dying. Explaining the benefits, practicalities and research behind touch therapy, this book teaches a simple hand massage sequence for all carers looking for an effective way to support and connect with a family member, friend or patient. more »

2011, Paperback: £14.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-073-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, carers, complementary therapies, dementia, energy work, families, health care, massage, nursing, occupational therapy, older people, palliative care

Chair Yoga

Seated Exercises for Health and Wellbeing

Edeltraud Rohnfeld
Illustrated by Edeltraud Rohnfeld
Translated by Anne Oppenheimer

This is the complete, step-by-step and fully illustrated guide to chair yoga, which can be practiced by virtually anyone to stimulate physical and mental well-being. It is particularly beneficial for those with limited mobility, including the elderly, individuals rehabilitating after injury or illness and people with physical disabilities. more »

2011, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-078-8, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 192pp

Keywords: adults, bodywork, complementary therapies, dance and movement therapy, disability, health care, movement, nursing, occupational therapy, yoga

Sei-Ki

Life in Resonance - The Secret Art of Shiatsu

Akinobu Kishi and Alice Whieldon

Akinobu Kishi is regarded as one of the leading exponents of shiatsu, and his theory and practice of Seiki Soho are explained for the first time in this important book. The book consists of a dialogue about the fundamental principles and practice of Seiki Soho, and will be essential reading for all shiatsu practitioners and students. more »

2011, Paperback: £15.99/ $25.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-042-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp

Keywords: bodywork, complementary therapies, energy work, massage, meridians, shiatsu

Qigong Massage for Your Child with Autism

A Home Program from Chinese Medicine

Louisa Silva

This book teaches parents a simple qigong massage programme that has been developed specifically for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). With step-by-step instructions and an accompanying DVD demonstrating the technique in action, this book offers parents guidance on how to adopt qigong massage into their child's daily routine. more »

2011, Paperback: £16.89 + VAT = £17.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-070-2, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp

Keywords: autism, children, Chinese medicine, energy work, massage, Qi, qigong, tuina

Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork for Autism Spectrum Disorders

A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Virginia S. Cowen

Massage techniques are widely and effectively used in treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to address sensory issues, motor problems and touch receptivity. This book is the perfect resource to find a therapy - or combination of therapies - to suit the individual needs of each child. more »

2011, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-049-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, children, energy work, health care, massage, occupational therapy, parenting, tuina

Cranial Intelligence

A Practical Guide to Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy

Steve Haines and Ged Sumner

This new and important textbook demystifies the biodynamic approach to craniosacral therapy and shows how and why it can be so effective at bringing about a natural realignment towards optimal health. The authors describe how to respond appropriately to each client's system, and how to support deep-felt and lasting change in patients. more »

2010, Paperback: £16.99/ $27.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-028-3, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 320pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, complementary medicine, complementary therapies

Chinese Medical Qigong

Editor in Chief: Tianjun Liu, O.M.D.
Associate Editor in Chief: Kevin W Chen, Ph.D.

Chinese Medical Qigong is the first English translation of the only official textbook of medical Qigong, used in universities of traditional Chinese medicine in China. Correlating traditional therapies of Qigong with outcomes of modern scientific research, it is the authoritative introduction to the knowledge system and content of Qigong study. more »

2010, Hardback: £55.00/ $89.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-023-8, 246mm x 189mm / 10in x 7.5in, 672pp

Keywords: bodywork, chi kung, complementary medicine, qigong, traditional Chinese medicine

The Insightful Body

Healing with SomaCentric Dialoguing

Julie McKay

SomaCentric Dialoguing offers therapists effective techniques for improving communication with clients, and for helping clients articulate the messages of their body. In this accessible introduction to the approach, Julie McKay outlines the core techniques, describing how they can be applied to make therapeutic sessions more effective. more »

2010, Paperback: £16.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-030-6, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 240pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, complementary therapies, counselling

Body Intelligence

Creating a New Environment
2nd edition

Ged Sumner

Body Intelligence offers a new understanding of how the body works and leads the reader to a greater sense of wellbeing and an enriched sense of self. Experiential exercises, guided meditations and movements are provided throughout the book, helping the reader to develop improved levels of health and body intelligence. more »

2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-026-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: alternative therapies, anxiety, bodywork, complementary therapies, emotions, qigong, tai chi

Curves, Twists and Bends

A Practical Guide to Pilates for Scoliosis

Annette Wellings and Alan Herdman

This clear and concise book explains what scoliosis is, its symptoms, and its physical and psychological impact. It includes a series of Pilates exercises, designed by the authors specifically to promote flexibility, posture and muscle strength in scoliosis sufferers, and also vital information on what exercises to avoid. more »

2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $17.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-025-2, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 160pp

Keyword: bodywork

Meet Your Body

CORE Bodywork and Rolfing Tools to Release Bodymindcore Trauma

Noah Karrasch
Illustrated by Lovella Lindsey

Many of us hold on to old fears and stresses and allow them to frame our lives. This book shows how to relieve these problems and help you look and feel better on a profound level. Based on the idea that the body is composed of twenty-one main hinges, Meet Your Body shows how we can 'oil' and free these hinges, so we can feel healthy and happy. more »

2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $17.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-016-0, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 184pp

Keyword: bodywork

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