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Modalities - Different Types of Massage
Chair Massage- David Palmer was the person who created the concept of
doing chair massage.
warnings: risk of vaso-vagul response increases
Therapeutic Chair Massage -
by Ralph Stephens
Massage Nerd:
100+ Chair Massage Techniques (DVD)
Chi Nei Tsang- Holistic
approach to Massage, treating the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual
aspects. Most of the bodywork is done on the abdomen, to optimize
the
functioning of the internal organs.
Book Resource:
Chi
Nei Tsang: Internal Organ Chi Massage by Mantak Chia
Connective Tissue Massage/Bindgewebs
massage- Developed by Elizabeth Dicke of Germany. Technique consists
of light strokes focusing on the superficial fascia between the skin and
muscles. The tissue is hooked with the fingers of the therapist and dragged
or pulled, stretching the skin. No oil is used and the work often
leaves a mark somewhat like an abrasion or burn. Working in one area
of the body causes a related effect at another area.
Resources:
John Latz - Connective Tissue
Continuum- Developed by Emile Conrad
based on her background in movement and dance. Continuum has been successful
in working with paralysis and spinal cord injuries. Her system takes
into account that the body is 80% water and has emerged from the undulating,
watery environment of the embryo. From this she developed a method of movement
based on the wave-like movement of the water flowing through our bodies.
The method focuses on intrinsic felt movement, not imposed patterned movement.
Using breath, movement, sound and meditation, the participant is
able to get in touch with their own cranial wave.
Web Resources:
Continuum
Cranio-sacral Therapy- A technique
developed by many (Upledger, Milne, Sutherland) to correct cerebral and
spinal
imbalances or blockages. The treatment is geared toward
moving the soft tissue, correcting cerebral and spinal imbalances to improve
the functioning of the central nervous system. This system consists
of working with the soft tissues, membranes, energy, and cerebral fluids
surrounding the cranium, spine, and sacrum. Because of the creation and
re-absorption of cerebral fluid there is a dynamic rhythm which radiates
through out the body. The rate, amplitude, symmetry, and quality of this
rhythm gives distinct information about the health and functioning of the
entire body. By monitoring the cranio-sacral rhythm through palpation (subtle
touch by the practitioner), the therapist can locate the part of the body
which may be holding physical or emotional trauma. Once identified, further
application (gentle compression and stretching) stimulates the body to
make corrections and readjustments in the form of physical movements or
emotional release. Cranio-sacral therapy takes many years of practice
and learning to be a qualified practitioner. It is my personal opinion
that theapists taking a weekend workshop are not qualified to call themselves
a cranio-sacral practitioner. True expertise comes with years of
practice and learning.
Book resources:
Books by Hugh Mile: Heart
of Listening 1 2nd edition Vol
002 (September 1998)
North Atlantic Books; ISBN:
1556432801 Heart
of Listening 2
Books by John Upledger: Craniosacral
Therapy Craniosacral
Therapy II: Beyond the Dura
Web resources:
Milne
Institute- Hugh Milne, Scottish osteopath
Upledger
Institute- Craniosacral, visceral manipulation
Article
from Positive Health
Massage Today Articles
Craniosacral therapy on Massage Today - List of articles
CranioSacral Therapy: Who Shall Do It? By John Upledger, DO, OMM
CranioSacral Dissection Sheds New Light on Effects of Palpation By John
Upledger, DO, OMM
Chronic Pain and CranioSacral Therapy, Part 1 By Tad Wanveer, LMT, CST-D;
guest author for John Upledger, DO, OMM
Massage and Bodywork Magazine
Craniosacral Therapy and Spinal Cord Injury Potentially Great
Benefits By S. Laurance Johnston, Ph.D., and Lynn St. Denis, NCMT, OTR
Expanding Little Minds Craniosacral Therapy Helps Youngsters Thrive By
Cathy Ulrich
Gentle Persuasion Releasing Developmental Restrictions with Light
Touch Craniosacral TherapyBy Rebecca Flowers
