Magic Of Massage

There is something powerful about the human touch. Massage can help us slow down, reconnect with the body, ease muscular tension, and create a deeply restorative experience.

In Secrets of a Healer – Magic of Massage, Dr. Constance Santego draws upon her years of experience in holistic health, spa massage, and massage therapy to provide an accessible, hands-on guide to the art of massage.

Beginning with the history and foundations of massage, you’ll explore different types of massage, potential benefits, contraindications, client and practitioner boundaries, and important safety considerations. You’ll also learn foundational anatomy and physiology, muscle structure and movement, fascia, body mechanics, positioning, pressure, rhythm, and techniques designed to protect both the practitioner and the person receiving the massage.

Then the learning becomes practical. Discover foundational movements such as effleurage, stroking, pétrissage, compression, friction, vibration, and percussion, before progressing into a wide variety of massage applications. The book includes athletic massage, abdomen massage, back, neck and shoulder massage, chair massage, facial and hand massage, hot stone massage, lymph drainage, pregnancy massage, scalp massage, and a complete Swedish relaxation routine.

Designed for students, holistic practitioners, spa professionals, and anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of massage, Magic of Massage combines theory with practical techniques you can begin developing and practicing.

Learn the foundations. Understand the body. Develop your touch. And discover the magic of massage.