Alternative Therapies

ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES

Due in part to my grandmother, who is always trying all sorts of new wonder drugs and therapies, I have recently become interested in alternative therapies. I've included here some of the better links I've found on the web with info on Shiatsu (Acupressure), Massage Therapy, and Reflexology and more.

SHIATSU

Shiatsu: Therapeutic Art of Japan: informative article by Hazel Chung.
Shiatsu: Japanese Massage: detailed info onthe history of Shiatsu, the theory, exercises one can do at home and books one can buy on the subject.
Shiatsu: Massage that leads to harmonyShiatsu site run by a practioner certified by the Austrian Shiatsu Organization; provides overview of the practice, techniques, and its positive outcomes.

MASSAGE THERAPY

American Massage Therapy Association: international massage therapy organization; info about finding a massage therapist or becoming one and about the profession in general.
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals: another organization representing bodywork, estheticians and somatics practicioners in addition to massage therapists; information provided included articles, job opportunities, state requirements, etc.
Massage Therapy Web Central: the name just about says it all.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: the NCBTMB is the place to go for the 411 on how to become a certified MT.

REFLEXOLOGY

Home of Reflexology: provides info and tons of links to reflexology organizations all over the world.
Association of Reflexologists: a spin off of the above listed page.

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture.com: a web resource for consumers, students and practioners.
American Whole Health's Library on Acupuncture: contains a listing of links to articles and research on acupuncture.
American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Craniosacral Therapy Association: info on the practice, courses, and finding a practioner.
Keith Farvis' Craniosacral Therapy Info: explains the history, significance of the treatment and clinical applications.
What is Craniosacral Therapy? explains the practice and origin of craniosacral therapy and includes a list of suggested readings.

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