Rhythm and Touch: The Fundamentals of Craniosacral Therapy
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| Rating | : | 4.92 (602 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1556438192 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 280 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Rhythm and Touch explains in detail how it works. The final chapter offers reflections and recommendations for using this vast array of knowledge effectively.. Moving outward from the cranium, this section describes the bones of the mouth and face, their interrelationship and motions, and how to assess and release the results of injury. Following the line of the spine from pelvis to neck and head, this section develops a protocol for a basic session. It details how to touch the body and support the inner healing process. Part two offers a thorough review of the brain’s protective and nourishing environment, the cranium. It introduces new means of assessing and easing restriction in the relationship of cranial bones. Divided into two parts, the book follows a simple, step-by-step instructional model. With its low-impact, nurturing approach to working with th
Anthony Arnold, PhD, has forty years of experience as a therapist, including twenty years as a body/holistic therapist and fifteen years teaching Craniosacral Therapy. He founded the Rhythm and Touch Association to explore the mind, body, and spirit interactions through the study of Shiatsu, Craniosacral Therapy, and massage. . He lives near Sa
Even in the book’s original small format, Arnold presented, through text, illustrations and photos, the perfect blend of what it takes to be a successful craniosacral therapist: compassion; presence; knowledge of oneself and the human body; the ability to slow down and listen; and, of course, curiosity and enthusiasm.“This new edition of the book offers even more. Our students and instuctors have only good things to say about it. It is comprehensive and easy to follow. I highly recommend this book to students at all levels who are interested in exploring this powerful form of bodywork.”—Carl Johns, Director, McKinnon Body Therapy Center, Oakland, California“Rhythm and Touch is a refreshing change in the landscape
"A Touching Book" according to Doranne. This is an excellent book to guide us into and through cranial sacral therapy. Anthony Arnold provides just enough anatomy and explanation of the cerebral spinal fluid flow to be helpful, but not overwhelming. He is very clear about the specific techniques to use; he is a good coach in sharing the fee. Concise and clear text on cranio sacral therapy truepeacenik I read a lot of books about various body therapies.Rhythm and Touch is the best of the genre.The explanations are clear, illustrations get points across simply and cleanly.I don't feel I need a medical degree to follow it AND it has substance.Looking into expanding your body work practice? Consider CS. Pacific NW Guy said Not a bad place to start. Required reading for my Craniosacral class. This book isn't bad but I believe there are probably better books. However, it is a very easy read.