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Jim's Book Recommendations
I have personally read or viewed these
massage-related books and
DVDs, and I can wholeheartedly recommend them to my
clients, friends, and colleagues.
This is the book I learned from 30 years ago,
but it has been updated and improved. It won't
teach you to be a massage therapist, but you can
learn to give your friends and loved ones a
relaxing, sociable, pleasant massage.
A classic book for everyone's bookshelf.
Note: Times have changed since 1972. Back then,
"draping" was a novel concept, and the illustrations
in this book assume that both the giver and receiver
are nude. They are tasteful line drawings that
remind us old hippies of a simpler, more innocent,
more optimistic time. They may not be appropriate
for today's more conservative readers. The book also
contains massage tips for lovers. This is not a book
for prudes!
This DVD is an overview of Esalen massage.
Esalen massage is slow, intuitive, calming, and
nurturing. This video is a beautiful introduction to
Esalen style massage, suitable for amateurs or
professionals.
The video is geared to those who learn by
watching and doing, rather than those who learn by
listening. There is little verbal commentary, and no
specific instructions for individual massage
strokes. I have studied at Esalen, and this approach
is their typical approach to teaching/learning. They
don't lecture: they just let you learn by experience.
Beautifully photographed, and a must for every LMT's
collection.
The Anatomy Coloring Book.
There are a lot of
clones of this book in the stores. This one is the
best.
It's great for massage therapists, artists,
nurses, medical students, kids, or anyone who wants
to learn how the body is put together but doesn't
want it to be drudgery.
Perfect for the hands-on learner.
Recommended for Massage
Therapists
Unlike other anatomy/kinesiology texts, this
book was written from the point of view of a dancer.
The result is a fascinating, dynamic,
easy-to-understand adventure in anatomy and
movement. Its brilliantly simple illustrations and
refreshingly different attitude will help make the
dry textbooks already on your shelf crystal clear.
One of three essential review guides for the
NCBTMB exam. This one is a good list of things
you need to know to pass the exam.
I found it
essential for boning up on Traditional Chinese
Medicine, which I had pretty much skipped over in
school.
The other two essential review guides for the
NCBTMB exam.
As much as I dislike this book because of its
inaccuracies, it's the best way to drill for the
exam. If you can answer all of these questions
correctly, you will pass with flying colors.
The one warning I must give is this: some of the
answers to the questions are wrong. In a way, that's
good because it keeps you on your toes. If you don't
understand the reasoning for the answers given, just
look it up.
The Trail Guide to the Body is probably already
in your library. If not, it should be. This book is
essential for massage school, and it's a reference
book that you can use daily thereafter.
The
accompanying student handbook is a great aid for
studying for NCBTMB exams.
We massage therapists are prone to repetitive
motion injuries that can cut our careers short. This
book will help you detect, treat, and prevent such
injuries.
Note: if you are hypermobile, you definitely need
to read this book!
Recommended for Couples
This is the kind of massage you can't get from
me!
This pair of DVDs will teach you and your mate
how to give each other an amazing erotic massage.
These videos are packed with practical hands-on
techniques
for lovers. Narrated by Joseph Kramer, founder of
the Body Electric school, and Annie Sprinkle, former
porn star, current sex activist and sex enthusiast.
Note: the images in these videos are frank and
explicit, but they are tasteful, and intended for education rather
than titillation. GLBT and straight friendly
Feel free to call 214-395-8000
and discuss your
educational needs. If I'm in session,
leave a message and I will return your call.
James G. Caddell, LMT,
LMTI, NCTMB
dba
Tranquility Time
Massage Therapy
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