Shiatsu Theory and Practice: A Comprehensive Text for the Student and Professional

By Carola Beresford-Cooke and Carola Beresford-Cooke BA LicAc MRSS

Book Overview

This book provides a clear and complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen shiatsu, drawing in lucid detail on the theoretical foundation of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and five element theory. The text offers illustrations and photos of unparalleled clarity, supporting descriptions of treatment routines and techniques, and enabling the student to begin practice with confidence.Clear and readable text allows even beginners to build knowledge and practice with confidence.Thorough explorations of the various strands of theory - TCM, five elements, Zen - are presented to make their integration into practice clear and rational.Detailed text descriptions and illustrations of meridians, point locations, and functions are presented together with the relevant underlying anatomy.Step-by-step descriptions of treatment routines and appropriate touch techniques enable readers to apply what they've learned.More - and not simply the most important - points covered in each meridian sectionGreater mention made of other styles of shiatsu practice, to give them context alongside Zen shiatsuNew case studiesMore material on diagnosis techniques and the interpretation of diagnosesNew line drawings and photos added.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0443070598
• ISBN13: 9780443070594
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.7"