Official Publication of American
Massage Therapy Association
Winter 99 -
Vol. 37, No.4
FEATURES
Spectrum of Practices
Massage is at the Heart of
Dr. Deepak Chopra’s
Health
Programs
This best-selling author-physician left traditional medical practice in Boston to set up
his Ayurvedic-based and massage-centered health program near San Diego.
By Brian Coughlan
Photos by Bob Ross
Technique
Relieving Visual Stress with Massage and Self-Care
Bad posture that leads to muscle tension and strain can often be corrected by massage of
the upper body and face and eye-specific self-help techniques.
By Carol Gallup
Contraindications to Massage. Part 2: Taking a
Health History
Learning about their bouts with disease and trauma, and asking the right questions, are
parts of the most important procedure in signing up new clients.
By Tracy Walton
Self-Care for Computer Athletes. Part 2: Pecs,
Traps, Arms, & Hands
Clients who sit in front of a computer all day can use these techniques to relieve the
resultant cramps and aches of chest, shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers.
By Doug Alexander
Photos by Leona Alexander
Successful Practices
Dale Hostetler: Massaging Bob Hope and Other
Celebrities
Between trips with the comedian to military bases in far corners of the world, this
practitioner massaged other famous clients at the Phoenix Country Club.
By Mirka Knaster
Research
Research is On The Agenda
Top researchers and practitioners from across the U.S. will meet in in March to set a new
agenda for research into the efficacy of massage therapy.
By Mirka Knaster |
