Posts from — March 2008

Featured at the Cannes Film Festival and winner of 6 awards at international film and video festivals, this DVD brings the techniques displayed in “The Art of Sensual Massage” to life on your screen.
Customer Review: Useful DVD
The Art of Sensual Massage DVD is divided into sections that correspond with different parts of the body. The Chest and Abdomen contain massage strokes for that area, with every step show very clearly. You can see the motion that you need to use and the exact pressure. This is very important if you want to learn to give your own sensual massage to your friends and lovers.

I found this to be a complete and humanistic treatment of an often abused subject. In fact, massage is quite worthwhile and should be part of every home environment, along with fine cooking and music. I recommend this DVD for those who want to learn how to do sensual massage.
Customer Review: Massage made easy
The video is beautifully made, sensual and artistic throughout and in good taste. The instructional technique is very well thought out and you can learn at your own pace. Every part of the body is presented with great attention to details you will actually need to do a sensual massage. Common errors are discussed, so you don’t have to worry about getting it wrong. The net result is a massage techique that feels incredibly good.

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This is the only comprehensive program featuring advanced, side-lying myofascial and massage techniques for pregnancy presented by certifying instructors for health professionals. It includes discussion of physiologic and structural changes in pregnancy. Precautions for body mechanics, draping and complications/contraindications are reviewed. An illustrated companion booklet is included. The booklet reviews complications of pregnancy, common discomforts, goals for each trimester and Shiatsu/acupressure guidelines. The authors, featured in the program, have over 26 years of combined experience with pregnancy care, education and clinical practice.
Customer Review: Great Resource
I have a friend who is pregnant and needs massage therapy. I’m still in school for my licence but am practicing at home as I go through school. I bought this video tape to learn how to massage while keeping her comfortable and not hitting those pressure points I’ve heard about that can cause contractions. I learned a lot of really good techniques and there is a lot of good streching involved in this tape. I didn’t use everything I learned in the video, but the table set up, posturing and foot and leg massages were what really did the trick. I’ll warn you – the tape is DRY! Nothing exciting about the way these two people present. That is why it doesn’t get 5 stars.

Overall – my friend/client was comfortable the entire time, felt fully relaxed and stretched when the massage was complete. I would reccommend this video. The proof is in the work and a happy client and I had a great expereince with that! Click here for more info on this massage product

Increases circulation to help eliminate lactic acid build-upAids recoveryReduces muscle soreness Click here for more info on this massage product

For Myofascial Release (Self Massage) and to Improve Balance and Alignment
Customer Review: Good Product, Service Slow
I ordered the bio-foam roller and received an email confirming the purchase and then an email informing me the product had been shipped. Two plus weeks later I called the vendor and found that there had been a mistake and the product had not yet been shipped. They were very apologetic and once they were aware of the problem, I received the roller within 3 days. Hate to have to follow-up with vendors in order to get the product.

Satisfied with the roller, vendor service–not so much. Click here for more info on this massage product

Dr. Mikao Usui developed the Reiki System and founded the original Japanese Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai organization. This book shows you the original hand positions of Dr. Usui’s Reiki Handbook. It has been illustrated with 100 photos to make it easier to understand. The hand positions for a great variety of health complaints have been listed in detail, making it a valuable reference work for anyone who practices reiki. Now that the original handbook has been translated into English, Dr. Usui’s hand positions and healing techniques can be studied directly for the first time. Whether you are an initiate or a master, if you practice Reiki you can expand your knowledge dramatically as you follow in the footsteps of a great healer.
Customer Review: The Original Reiki Handbook of Dr. Mikao Usui: The Traditional Usui Reiki Ryoho Treatment Positions and Numerous Reiki Technique
An excellent bok for those Reiki channels wishing to learn more about Dr Usui’s original hand positions. Images and explanations of hand positions are really useful. Recommended for beginners through to experienced Reiki channels.
Customer Review: Fantastic Handbook
This is a long awaited result of Arjava’s historical research of Reiki. I will be forever grateful to Arjava for guiding us when we journeyed to Japan to research the original history of Dr. Usui. There is so much confusion in the Reiki community regarding the history of Reiki. Seeing Dr. Usui’s handbook in print through this book clears up much of the confusion. This handbook is proof that the belief that Reiki was taught strictly as an oral tradition was actually based on a “mythical” version of the history of Reiki. Thank you Arjava, for your dedication to Reiki. Click here for more info on this massage product

The ZSOLT Massaging Mouse Pad was designed to effectively reduce and prevent the effects of Cumulative Trauma Disorders that can lead to reduced work efficiency and eventual loss of work, time and earnings. Our product accomplishes these tasks by supporting the hand in a natural position while offering a relaxing massage to the muscles involved in moving the mouse. Click here for more info on this massage product

Possibly the most famous and widely used resource in therapeutic bodywork (required for national massage therapy certification), this beautifully written, detailed, and reader-friendly picture of how and why the body responds to touch is both scientifically reliable and inspiring. Furthering the presentation of recent research in biochemistry, cell biology, and energy medicine in the Second Edition, this new update includes advances in neurophysiology and physics, reconfiguring knowledge of mind and body, from “microgenesis” to “quantum consciousness.” A rare book that fits general reader as much as professional and student.

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The ZSOLT Massaging Mouse Pad was designed to effectively reduce and prevent the effects of Cumulative Trauma Disorders that can lead to reduced work efficiency and eventual loss of work, time and earnings. Our product accomplishes these tasks by supporting the hand in a natural position while offering a relaxing massage to the muscles involved in moving the mouse. Click here for more info on this massage product

In the second installment of the series, Connecting The Universe Music has released a new relaxing journey with Detaching The World Vol. 2 – Ambient music for massage/relaxation/meditation. Through exploration of the unconscious, this music was designed as an offering by the artist to bring about complete relaxation to the listener. It allows for the unknown self to awaken and remember with comfort and ease.

Musician and creator Emil Gagliardi brings to us nine new tracks with Vol. 2. This CD provides over 63 minutes in running time without the use of vocals or percussion. As the opening track “Peaceful Country” begins, Gagliardi’s unique and inimitable style of ambient guitar immediately sets the tone for a tranquil relaxing atmosphere. On “Mirror”, you feel yourself sinking deeper into the gentle hands of what the artist calls “The Nuit’s Effect” while “The Fellowship” and “The Fellowship Reprise” are a meditation of three soothingly calm guitars journeying to the mystical unknown. “Hawaiian Compressions” is a three piece composition symbolizing the warming atmosphere of the sun while gently slipping into the earthy picturesque tones of “Healing Within”. The last track, “Pulse”, is the capture of a meditation right outside the artist’s home where the ocean, mountains, and sky share one relaxed and rejuvenated heartbeat. [Read more →]

An obliging father-to-be performs head-to-toe (actually, toe-to-head) massage on his appreciative partner in this too-good-to-be-true instructional video. Still, it’s worth a shot at guilting your partner into one of the three massages described in detail by massage therapist Michelle Kluck as the couple demonstrates each stroke. Much of the 25-minute video is dedicated to the feet and legs, as Kluck emphasizes the therapeutic benefit on the onslaught of symptoms a pregnant woman deals with in these body parts–leg cramps, edema, varicose veins, stretch marks, and such. Time is also spent on a back and shoulder massage and one for the head and neck. Kluck outlines the special conditions of a prenatal rubdown (no lying on the back or stomach, etc.) and on- screen graphics pop up to show reflexology points and a cutaway view of the pregnant body. Kluck asserts that massage can prevent many prenatal ailments without backing up her claim, but you don’t have to tell your partner that part. –Kimberly Heinrichs
Customer Review: Fabulous Pregnancy Massage!
I loved this video. My husband found it very easy to follow and he gave me a wonderful massage on my legs & feet, back & shoulders and my head & neck. The music was very relaxing and the techniques were clear and easy to understand. I felt great and he was so happy to bring me some relief during my last few months of pregnancy. I highly recommend this video to all pregnant couples! Click here for more info on this massage product