Head, Neck & Shoulders Massage: A Step-by-Step Guide [Paperback]

Eilean Bentley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 9, 2000

The first book ever to bring Indian and Western techniques to head, neck and shoulder massage.

Eilean Bentley's detailed program of massage for the shoulders, neck and head is a unique combination of therapies for the mind and body that relaxes, detoxifies, heals and revitalizes. Drawn from the traditions of Indian head massage, shiatsu, acupressure and reiki, Bentley's massages are both sophisticated and easy to use. Meditation and creative visualization guide and focus healing, and black & white or color photos detailing each step make this the prefect book for experienced and new massage enthusiasts alike.

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About the Author

Eilean Bentley is trained in Indian head massage, shiatsu, reiki, acupressure and shamanism, and has combined elements of these disciplines in her unique approach. She teaches at adult education centers in London and treats patients in the detox unit of a National Health Service hospital.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (October 9, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312247206
• ISBN-13: 978-0312247201
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,720,274 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Head, Neck & Shoulders Massage: A Step-by-Step Guide, August 27, 2005

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G. Millar "Just browsing" (Great Smoky Mountains) - See all my reviews
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Nice looking book, some interesting ideas on visualization. The instructional value for actual massage is very limited. Neck massage, one paragraph. It will be in my next garage sale.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than a Massage, August 7, 2001

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M G Wilkinson (Victoria, BC Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Head, Neck & Shoulders Massage: A Step-by-Step Guide (Paperback)

Don't let the title mislead you. This book delivers much more than the title indicates. Along with lovely head, neck & shoulder massage routines there are simple but beautiful visualizations that can help you achieve calm & serenity. By the end of the self care routine I feel energized, centered & relaxed as melting butter.

In the self care, face sequence, step 8 may just be the best facial muscle toning routine I have seen. You will NOT make new wrinkles with this gentle but challenging tense & release routine.

The more I practice the techniques and routines the more I appreciate this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars This book kept me from killing myself in pain!, February 1, 2007

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Annette L. Spence "sisambergris" (Mesa, arizona United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Head, Neck & Shoulders Massage: A Step-by-Step Guide (Paperback)

Boy this book saved my life. Or at least my job. I ride the bus almost four hours a day and have massive neck and headaches from it. During my last attack I gave myself a head massage, using the techniques I had learned in this lovely book. By the time I was half way done the pain had ebbed quite a bit. By the time I finished I was weak in relief. And I still had an hour to go on the bus! I have gentled the stress giant in my boyfriend's life and kept MYSELF sane as well. Whew. I Recommend this for anyone who is serious about massage techniques and is willing to invest time in practicing.

Oh yeah, I practice about four hours a week on a very willing BF.

Annette Lynn