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Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork for Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Virginia S. Cowen
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Description for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork for Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Paperback. Massage techniques are widely and effectively used in treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to address sensory issues, motor problems and touch receptivity. This book is the perfect resource to find a therapy - or combination of therapies - to suit the individual needs of each child. Num Pages: 208 pages, 7 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFG; VFMS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 440.
Massage techniques are widely and effectively used in treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to address sensory issues, motor problems and touch receptivity. However, the variety of different styles of massage available often leaves parents baffled and unsure about which touch therapy treatment is best for their child. This practical guide explains how massage works, how the body senses touch, and how touch therapy can benefit children with ASDs. The book goes on to describe exactly what each type of massage entails and covers anatomy-oriented massages, energy-based massages and therapeutic bodywork, helping readers to tell Reiki from ... Read more
Massage techniques are widely and effectively used in treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to address sensory issues, motor problems and touch receptivity. However, the variety of different styles of massage available often leaves parents baffled and unsure about which touch therapy treatment is best for their child. This practical guide explains how massage works, how the body senses touch, and how touch therapy can benefit children with ASDs. The book goes on to describe exactly what each type of massage entails and covers anatomy-oriented massages, energy-based massages and therapeutic bodywork, helping readers to tell Reiki from ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Weight
439g
Number of Pages
208
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781848190498
SKU
V9781848190498
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Ref
99-10
About Virginia S. Cowen
Virginia S. Cowen, PhD is a massage therapist, exercise physiologist and yoga and Pilates instructor. She is Associate Professor of Massage Therapy at Queensborough Community College, The City University of New York. Dr. Cowen also maintains a small private fitness and bodywork practice in New York City and Bergen County, New Jersey.
Reviews for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork for Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Highlighting varied approaches to the science of touch, massage therapist, educator, and author Virginia Cowen provides resources for parents committed to enhancing the health of their children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)... this recommended guide outlines touch-based massage and non-touch energy work, serving both the ASD community and others with an interest in alternative health options.
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