NO HANDS Chair Massage

Following the publication of his ground breaking book "The Principles and Practices of NO HANDS Massage", Gerry Pyves has collaborated with David Woodhouse, a leading UK exponent of Chair Massage, to produce yet another bodywork classic: "NO HANDS Chair Massage".

The knowledge and effervescent creativity of these two seasoned experts of bodywork fizzes off every page. Written in the style of a Wild West dialogue between Tonto and the Lone Ranger, you will find this a gripping read.

Covering important issues such as the history and development of Chair Massage, the social and historical role of Chair Massage in the modern world, and the methodology of zero-strain Chair Massage, this book is essential reading for any practitioner or therapist.

Underneath the highly readable and racy style of the dialogue between these two pioneers of touch in the UK there lies a surprising depth of knowledge. The whole issue of nomenclature is raised and the roots of Chair massage explored. As with everything NO HANDS much is challenged – all for good clinical reasons. The dominance of oriental Anma (acupressure) traditions is challenged and for the first time in Chair writing, these authors distinguish between meridian - based Bodywork and muscle - based Bodywork. They discuss how each travels a different path, but seeks the same destination.

What Gerry and David have created is an entertaining but highly informative book that reclaims Chair Massage for all Massage therapists and reclaims the right of every Chair enthusiast to work with health and freedom. This book is a revelation for anyone who wants to take touch out onto the streets and into the offices of the world using the Chair.

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