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BL
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591467
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GBB093272b420686
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| Main Entry
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Stone, Victoria Jordan.
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| Title & Author
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The world's best massage techniques : : the complete illustrated guide ; innovative bodywork practices from around the globe for pleasure, relaxation, and pain relief /\ Victoria Jordan Stone.
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| Page. NO
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255 pages :: color illustrations ;; 26 cm
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| ISBN
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9781592334308 (alk. paper)
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: 159233430X (alk. paper)
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| Bibliographies/Indexes
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 243) and index.
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| Contents
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Swedish massage sets the stage -- Hot stone massage melts muscle tension -- Thai yoga massage integrates mind, body, and spirit -- Reflexology releases vital energy -- Lomi lomi spirals love and harmony -- Tantsu enfolds and supports the receiver -- Polarity clears physical and emotional blocks -- Shiatsu activates energy meridians -- Understanding basic theory and practice.
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| Abstract
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A comprehensive guide to the most effective massage and hands-on bodywork techniques on the planet. This book addresses traditional massage techniques such as Swedish, Shiatsu, as well as newer modalities such as Breema, Thai Massage, and Lomi Lomi that are increasing in popularity. Step-by-step photography guides readers through essential hand positions and massage sequences.
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| Subject
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Massage.
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| Dewey Classification
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615.8/22
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| LC Classification
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RA780.5.S676 2010
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