The Massage Bible

For centuries massage has been used all over the world as a way to treat a wide variety of ailments, alleviate stress and pain, and soothe the mind and body. In this comprehensive book you will learn about all aspects of this fascinating practice, including a background history, detailed instructions for both eastern and western massage techniques, and how to direct massage to different parts of the body for greater effect. With a detailed directory on how to treat a range of everyday common ailments, from stomach ache to joint pain, plus a section on how to customize your treatments to suit different people, this is the only massage book you'll ever need.