Carola Beresford Cooke Bücher

Das erste deutschsprachige Lehr- und Praxisbuch bereits in der 2. Auflage - ein Muss auf dem Weg zum Shiatsu-Therapeuten. Grundlagen und Konzept der Chinesischen Medizin und des Zen-Shiatsu Ein tiefes Verständnis der 5 Elementen Lehre und Funktionskreise Grundtechniken der Shiatsu-Behandlung Behandlungssequenzen Schritt für Schritt dargestellt Neu in der 2. Auflage: Neue Abschnitte für jeden Meridian, dessen funktionelle Bedeutung und Lokalisation Neue Appendix, in der die Unterschiede zwischen den drei Hauptursprüngen der Theorie - Zen Shiatsu, TCM und Fünf-Elemente-Theorie erklärt und Missverständnisse über ihren Einsatz in der -Therapie dargelegt werden Erweiterung des Kapitels über Lenker- und Konzeptionsgefäß.

This fully revised and refocussed new edition builds upon its reputation as the core textbook for serious students of shiatsu. Written by a well-known and highly respected author and practitioner within the field, Shiatsu Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen shiatsu, drawing in detail on the theoretical foundation of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and five element theory. Beresford-Cooke explains the strands of theory in a way which makes their integration into practice clear and rational and step-by-step descriptions of treatment routines and techniques and the inclusion of case histories showing application of theory to practice fully equip the student to practice with confidence. The text is supported by full colour photographs and illustrations and a DVD containing videoclips of techniques, routines in the four positions and how to treat individual points and meridians. Detailed descriptions and illustrations of meridians, point locations and functions are included, and these are shown alongside salient underlying anatomy. It will also have an Evolve site containing exercises and activities, web links, content updates, appendices for each chapter - extra resources and information related to the chapter content. Instructor lesson plans with learning objectives, key terms and chapter focus for each chapter; homework; testbank of questions.

A beautifully illustrated introductory guide to the healing powers of a massage, from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology.The Book of Massage is the classic guide to the relaxing and healing skills of the hands. Featuring both Eastern and Western methods, it presents step-by-step, beautifully illustrated instructions on everything from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology. The Book of Massage offers easy-to-follow techniques for giving the perfect massage, including advice on creating the right setting and suggestions for using aromatic oils and lotions. Now revised and updated with fresh color photos and drawings throughout, The Book of Massage is a simple and comprehensive handbook that reveals how you can experience the myriad benefits of giving and receiving a soothing massage.