Art Riggs - Deep Tissue Massage and Myofasdal Release
Massage schools and colleges have used the book and video series as the basis for massage training programs of over 100 hours length. This extensive massage video training series not only shows countless strokes and techniques, but more importantly, it will demonstrate the qualitative art of working with deep tissues to effect profound change.
“I wish I had had this resource 12 years ago when I was in physical therapy school. These products have dramatically improved the quality of my work and saved my body from injury. ”
- Patrick Hannum, Physical Therapist & Rolfer
“Deep Tissue Myofascial Release Massage has enabled our school to plan a 100-hour curriculum around its clear progression, from the basic skills to clearly defined strategies. ”
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- Julie Morrison, Director of Massage Western Career College, Pleasant Hill, CA
Take a glimpse inside the Deep Tissue Massage Manual 7-DVD set with the complete outline below, and some featured clips from the video trainings. The massage training videos are valuable tools for massage therapists of all specialties and levels of experience to improve their technique and better serve their clientele.
Table of Contents
Section I: The Fundamentals
(DVDs 1 & 2)
Refining Touch, Working Through Superficial Muscles to Deep Layers - Biomechanics of Working Tissue Deeply
Caveats - Areas of Caution for Deep Work
Tools of Deep Tissue Massage - Saving your Thumbs and Fingers
Proper Use of Fingers, Knuckles, Fist, Forearm, and Elbow
Massage Strokes and Techniques
Lengthening Tissue, Freeing Adhesions, and Releasing Holding Patterns
Positioning of Clients to Increase Effectiveness of Your Work
The Side-Lying Position to Dramatically Improve Your Effectiveness
Section II: Strategies
Body Content:
(DVDs 3, 4 & 5)
Hundreds of strategies to integrate into your practice.
DVD #3: The Legs and Pelvis
Balancing the Ankle and Foot and Increasing Mobility
The Anterior and Posterior Lower Leg
Working with the Knee for Mobility and to Free Restrictions
The Upper Leg - Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Adductors, Abductors
The Pelvis - Rotators, Hips, Sacrum, and Coccyx
DVD #4: Continuation of the Pelvis, Abdomen and Back
Quadratus Lumborum, Psoas, Iliacus, External Abdomen, Diaphragm and the Breath
The Back
Spinal Mechanics and Mobilization of Vertebrae and Ribs
Major Back Muscles - Erector Spinae, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, and Others
Side-lying Work on the Back
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DVD #5: Working with the Shoulder Girdle, Chest, Arms, and Neck
Shoulder Girdle - Freeing the Scapula, Rotator Cuff, Chest, and First Rib
The Arms/Hand/Wrist, Forearm, Elbow, and Upper Arm
The Neck and Head in Prone and Supine Position
Anterior and Posterior Neck and Vertebral Mobilization
Superficial Muscles of the Skull and Jaw
Section III: Advanced Techniques for Troubleshooting & Treating Injuries
Body Content:
Stretching and strengthening suggestions.
(DVDs 6 & 7)
Foot and Ankle Injuries - Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Ankle Sprains
Knee Pain and Dysfunction
Sciatica
Minor Back Pain
Rotator Cuff
Tennis Elbow, Wrist Complaints, and Repetitive Strain Injuries
Thoracic Outlet Problems
Many additional strategies are also covered in the Deep Tissue Massage Manual 7-DVD set, such as working off the massage table in seated and standing postures and suggestions for rehabilitative home programs of strengthening and stretching for your clients. These massage videos can help you take your deep tissue massage and myofascial release skills and knowledge to the next level.
