The ultimate guide to the pleasure of massage—revised and lavishly illustrated with more than 300 new full-color photographs

Stressed? Fatigued? Relax, because now you can melt your troubles away with the benefits of massage at home. The New Complete Guide to Massage contains instructive full-color photography and clear, user-friendly text taking you along a carefully graduated program from simple strokes to total body massage.

Whether you enjoy giving massages, or receiving them, are a beginner, or a more experienced practitioner, The New Complete Guide to Massage provides a step-by-step program for achieving a healthy body and mind.
Here you’ll learn:
• Basic massage strokes and where to use them
• How massage can relieve common ailments, including headaches, cramps, tension, and stress
• Tips for making massage a sensual experience
• The benefits of aromatic and healing oils
• How to combine individual techniques for a soothing total body massage


SUSAN MUMFORD is a licensed massage therapist who also teaches courses in massage and relaxation techniques. She is the author of Sensual Massage.

Imprint: Plume
Distributor: Penguin Group USA, Inc
Publication Date: 06-22-2007
Pages: 192
Measurements: 10.22in X 6.86in X 0.61in X 1.45lb