The Complete Guide to Thai Foot Massage

Are you a massage therapist? Are you just looking to learn foot massage techniques in order to apply them to family members and friends?

Then this book is for you! It contains many techniques for the foot, the ankle and the lower leg, with detailed instructions. Indications and contraindications are mentioned clearly.

What you will find in this book:

- Information about the most common foot and ankle pathologies (cuboid syndrome, plantar fasciitis, tarsal tunnel syndrome etc.), with instructions concerning the application of Thai Foot Massage.

- Massage techniques for the sole and the dorsal surface of the foot, for the ankle and the lower leg.

- How to apply massage techniques with wooden reflexology tools, in order to work deeper and more efficiently with less effort.

- A Thai “reflexology” foot chart (not a typical, specific reflexology chart), which depicts the Thai acupressure points on the foot.

- Work with wooden massage tools, and towel massage: two unique features of Thai Foot Massage, which will set you apart as a therapist.

- A section on self-foot massage, so that you can apply these wonderful techniques on yourself. Really useful for people with chronic foot and / or leg pain, and athletes.

After studying this book, you will be able to offer a 60 minutes foot massage, or choose a set of appropriate techniques that can be incorporated in your treatments.

Elefteria is a renowned author and massage instructor, with +15 years of teaching experience. She studied Thai Massage and Thai Foot Massage in Chiang Mai, Thailand.