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Here are many book
recommendations that I have in my library. The links for the books
goes to Amazon, but you can get many of these books elseware. Some
of these books are out of print or not availble on Amazon. I buy many of my books used if possible.
This list will be will be growing.
General
Orthopedic
Energy
Craniosacral
Lymphatic
DVDs
General
Netters Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank Netter
- The
best book for anatomy ever
Taber's Medical Cyclopedia - My
favorite medical dictionary, I even have a copy on
my phone
Touch by Tiffany Field -
This book how touch is important
and how it has been overlooked by many medical
professionals. She talks about some science and
research that she has been a part of.
Massage Therapy Research by Tiffany Field -
This
book looks at massage research done at the Touch
Research Institute
Orthopedic Based Books
Orthopedic Assessment in Massage
Therapy by Whitney Lowe -
Absolutely and amazing book for those who would like to
utilize different assessments into their practice
Muscle Energy Techniques by Leon
Chaitow - Great book on a great
technique
Positional Release by Leon Chaitow -
Great book on a great technique
Palpation and Assessment Skills by
Leon Chaitow - Great book for
increasing palpation skills
Modern Neuromuscular Techniques
by
Leon Chaitow - A blend of the
American and European styles of neuromuscular techniques
Multidisciplinary Approaches to
Breathing Pattern Disorders by Leon Chaitow -
Breathing disorders can be a large
part of many pathologies. This book talks about
A Massage Therapist's Guide to
Understanding, Locating and Treating Myofascial Trigger
Points by Leon Chaitow -
A very good concise book addressing
trigger point pain
Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: The Trigger Point
Manual; Vol. 1 and 2 by Janet Travell and David
Simons - The authoritative book on trigger point
therapy.
Energy
Based
Bodywork Books
Anatomy of Spirit
by Caroline Myss -
Probably my favorite book on
chakras.
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith -
Hands of Light by Barbara Brennan -
One of the best books describing
energy based systems. This book should be in
anyone's library who uses energy work in their practice.
Wheels of Light by Rosalyn Bruyere -
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy by John Upledger -
Dr. Upledger's first book.
It is a must have for those who utilize Craniosacral
Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy II: Beyond the Dura by John
Upledger - This book delves much
deeper into anatomy and physiology of the body. I
loved this book.
Somoto Emotional Release by John Upledger -
Dr. Upledger's thrid book about
An Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy by Don Cohen
- A very good, concise
introduction to Craniosacral Therapy
The Heart of Listening: A Visionary Approach to
Craniosacral Work by Hugh Milne -
This is either one hard volume or
two soft volumes. Hugh has a slightly different
view of Craniosacral Therapy. It is the most
comprehensive approach to Cranial work.
Lymphatic Drainage
Silent Waves: Theory and Practice of Lymph Drainage
Therapy: With Applications for Lymphedema, Chronic Pain,
and Inflammation by Bruno Chikly -
Dr. Chikly's book is an essential
book for those who do Lymphatic Drainage.
Foundations of Manual Lymph Drainage by Michael
Foldi - This book is a very good
introduction to Lymph Drainage.
Foldi's Textbook of Lymphology: For Physicians and
Lymphedema Therapists by Michael Foldi -
This book is the last book on
steroids. It is one of my favorite books.
DVDs
The Integral Anatomy Series Vol.
1-4 by Gil Hedley - These videos
provide a different view of the body. Dissection
is done through layers from the superficial fascia to
the deep layers supporting the deep viscera.
Acland's DVD Atlas of Human Anatomy
Vol. 1-6 by Robert Acland - This
video seres is absolutly fantastic for learning regional
anatomy.
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