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Deep Tissue Massage PDF

Author: Jane Johnson

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ISBN: 9781492573487

©2011

Page Count: 216

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Many clients enjoy the sensation of deep tissue massage. Yet some therapists shy away from incorporating this form of massage into their treatments, believing it to require the application of force greater than what they can deliver. Or they are anxious about how to apply pressure safely.

Deep Tissue Massage describes how to use 83 compressive and stretching techniques in ways that are safe and effective for you and your clients. The reference contains step-by-step guidelines and over 165 color photos, which will help you deliver comfortable and satisfying massages to your clients. The techniques are organized by the part of the body being massaged (trunk, lower limbs, and upper limbs) and by the positioning of the client (three-quarter lying, supine, prone, and seated). Once you have learned about the techniques, you will then learn about incorporating them into effective routines by moving the client from one position to the next. Discover those techniques and treatment positions that appeal to you, and discard those that you find less helpful. You will find many of these techniques easy to apply and will quickly be able to include them as part of your practice.

Deep Tissue Massage explains techniques for avoiding overuse of your hands by incorporating the forearms, fists, and elbows. Throughout the book Client Talk boxes present tips for effective dialogue between therapist and client to ensure expectations are met and the client’s limits for handling deep pressure are not exceeded. A photo gallery index provides a quick reference for treatment ideas or for checking technique.

Whether you are new to massage or a therapist with many years of experience, Deep Tissue Massage will be a great companion resource. Novices will love the easily accessible language and organization of this book, while veteran therapists will check technique and add variety to existing treatment routines. If used in a classroom setting, this book can stimulate debate and discussion about the proper use of deep tissue massage.

Part I Getting Started With Deep Tissue Massage Techniques

Chapter 1 Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage

What Are the Methods of Application?

How Do You Increase the Depth of Your Massage?

How Is Deep Tissue Massage Different From Sports Massage?

What Are the Effects of Deep Tissue Massage?

Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage

Where and When Should Deep Tissue Massage Be Done?

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Chapter 2 Preparing for Deep Tissue Massage

What Type of Massage Therapist Are You?

Establishing Your Intention

Using Your Body

Choosing Where to Use Forearms, Elbows, Fists and Squeezing

Using Your Equipment

Understanding Cautions and Safety Issues

Commonly Asked Questions and Concerns

Top Tips for Treating Clients

Tips for Working Safely With Deep Tissue Massage

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Part 2 Deep Tissue Massage Techniques

Chapter 3 Compressive Techniques

Introduction to Compressive Techniques

Forearms

Fists

Elbows

Squeezing

Tools

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Chapter 4 Stretching Techniques

Introduction to Stretching Techniques

Without Oil (Dry Stretching)

Dry Stretch

Traction

Dry Stretching for the Piriformis Muscle

‘With Oil’ Stretching

Stretching With Oil Plus a Passive Joint Movement

Stretching With Oil Plus an Active Joint Movement

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Part 3 Applying Deep Tissue Massage

Chapter 5 Deep Tissue Massage for the Trunk

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Seated

Quick Questions

Chapter 6 Deep Tissue Massage for the Lower Limbs

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Quick Questions

Chapter 7 Deep Tissue Massage for the Upper Limbs

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Quick Questions

Part 4 Deep Tissue Massage Routines and Programmes

Chapter 8 Creating Deep Tissue Massage Routines

Initial Questions

Tests

Notes Concerning Timing

Practice Routines

Case Studies

Closing Remarks

Jane Johnson, MSc, PhD, is a chartered physiotherapist and sport massage therapist specializing in occupational health and massage. In this role she spends much time assessing the posture of clients and examining whether work, sport, or recreational postures may be contributing to their symptoms. She devises postural correction plans that include both hands-on and hands-off techniques. 

Johnson has taught continuing professional development (CPD) workshops for many organizations both in the UK and abroad. This experience has brought her into contact with thousands of therapists of all disciplines and informed her own practice. Johnson has a passion for inspiring and supporting students and newly qualified therapists to gain confidence in the use of assessment and treatment techniques.

Johnson is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is registered with the Health Professions Council. A member of the Medico Legal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, she provides expert witness reports on cases involving soft tissue therapies. Johnson is the author of six titles in the Hands-On Guides for Therapists series. These are, Postural Assessment, Postural Correction, Therapeutic Stretching, Soft Tissue Release, Deep Tissue Massage and Soft Tissue and Trigger Point Release. Postural Assessment has sold over 10,000 copies. She is also the author of The Big Back Book: Tips & Tricks for Therapists. 

Jane regularly delivers webinars on popular musculoskeletal topics, as well as on life working as a therapist. In her Facebook group (Jane Johnson The Friendly Physio), she shares tips and tricks in her usual, friendly manner.

Johnson lives in the north of England in an unmodernized house where she creates books and webinars, makes art and rehomes big rescue dogs. 

Jane Johnson

Deep Tissue Massage PDF

$41.95 CAD

Many clients enjoy the sensation of deep tissue massage. Yet some therapists shy away from incorporating this form of massage into their treatments, believing it to require the application of force greater than what they can deliver. Or they are anxious about how to apply pressure safely.

Deep Tissue Massage describes how to use 83 compressive and stretching techniques in ways that are safe and effective for you and your clients. The reference contains step-by-step guidelines and over 165 color photos, which will help you deliver comfortable and satisfying massages to your clients. The techniques are organized by the part of the body being massaged (trunk, lower limbs, and upper limbs) and by the positioning of the client (three-quarter lying, supine, prone, and seated). Once you have learned about the techniques, you will then learn about incorporating them into effective routines by moving the client from one position to the next. Discover those techniques and treatment positions that appeal to you, and discard those that you find less helpful. You will find many of these techniques easy to apply and will quickly be able to include them as part of your practice.

Deep Tissue Massage explains techniques for avoiding overuse of your hands by incorporating the forearms, fists, and elbows. Throughout the book Client Talk boxes present tips for effective dialogue between therapist and client to ensure expectations are met and the client’s limits for handling deep pressure are not exceeded. A photo gallery index provides a quick reference for treatment ideas or for checking technique.

Whether you are new to massage or a therapist with many years of experience, Deep Tissue Massage will be a great companion resource. Novices will love the easily accessible language and organization of this book, while veteran therapists will check technique and add variety to existing treatment routines. If used in a classroom setting, this book can stimulate debate and discussion about the proper use of deep tissue massage.

Part I Getting Started With Deep Tissue Massage Techniques

Chapter 1 Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage

What Are the Methods of Application?

How Do You Increase the Depth of Your Massage?

How Is Deep Tissue Massage Different From Sports Massage?

What Are the Effects of Deep Tissue Massage?

Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage

Where and When Should Deep Tissue Massage Be Done?

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Chapter 2 Preparing for Deep Tissue Massage

What Type of Massage Therapist Are You?

Establishing Your Intention

Using Your Body

Choosing Where to Use Forearms, Elbows, Fists and Squeezing

Using Your Equipment

Understanding Cautions and Safety Issues

Commonly Asked Questions and Concerns

Top Tips for Treating Clients

Tips for Working Safely With Deep Tissue Massage

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Part 2 Deep Tissue Massage Techniques

Chapter 3 Compressive Techniques

Introduction to Compressive Techniques

Forearms

Fists

Elbows

Squeezing

Tools

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Chapter 4 Stretching Techniques

Introduction to Stretching Techniques

Without Oil (Dry Stretching)

Dry Stretch

Traction

Dry Stretching for the Piriformis Muscle

‘With Oil’ Stretching

Stretching With Oil Plus a Passive Joint Movement

Stretching With Oil Plus an Active Joint Movement

Closing Remarks

Quick Questions

Part 3 Applying Deep Tissue Massage

Chapter 5 Deep Tissue Massage for the Trunk

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Seated

Quick Questions

Chapter 6 Deep Tissue Massage for the Lower Limbs

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Quick Questions

Chapter 7 Deep Tissue Massage for the Upper Limbs

Three-Quarter Lying

Supine

Prone

Quick Questions

Part 4 Deep Tissue Massage Routines and Programmes

Chapter 8 Creating Deep Tissue Massage Routines

Initial Questions

Tests

Notes Concerning Timing

Practice Routines

Case Studies

Closing Remarks

Jane Johnson, MSc, PhD, is a chartered physiotherapist and sport massage therapist specializing in occupational health and massage. In this role she spends much time assessing the posture of clients and examining whether work, sport, or recreational postures may be contributing to their symptoms. She devises postural correction plans that include both hands-on and hands-off techniques. 

Johnson has taught continuing professional development (CPD) workshops for many organizations both in the UK and abroad. This experience has brought her into contact with thousands of therapists of all disciplines and informed her own practice. Johnson has a passion for inspiring and supporting students and newly qualified therapists to gain confidence in the use of assessment and treatment techniques.

Johnson is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is registered with the Health Professions Council. A member of the Medico Legal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, she provides expert witness reports on cases involving soft tissue therapies. Johnson is the author of six titles in the Hands-On Guides for Therapists series. These are, Postural Assessment, Postural Correction, Therapeutic Stretching, Soft Tissue Release, Deep Tissue Massage and Soft Tissue and Trigger Point Release. Postural Assessment has sold over 10,000 copies. She is also the author of The Big Back Book: Tips & Tricks for Therapists. 

Jane regularly delivers webinars on popular musculoskeletal topics, as well as on life working as a therapist. In her Facebook group (Jane Johnson The Friendly Physio), she shares tips and tricks in her usual, friendly manner.

Johnson lives in the north of England in an unmodernized house where she creates books and webinars, makes art and rehomes big rescue dogs. 

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