THE WORLD MASSAGE LIBRARY
Glossary of Massage Modalities & Techniques

At this time we are aware of over 200 massage techniques. In order for you to find a technique easily, we have listed the techniques in alphabetical order along with a link to more information whenever possible.

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  • Watsu
    Watsu is a form of water therapy developed by Harold Dull in the early 1980s.While practicing shiatsu, he noticed that he could deepen the effects of his therapy by working with his clients in warm water. Combining floating, cradling, stretching, shiastu techniques, and dance-like movement, Watsu frees the spine, relaxes the muscles, and increases the flow of energy in the body.

  • Zero Balancing
    Zero Balancing is a non-invasive hands-on treatment developed by osteopath and acupuncturist Dr. Fritz Smith in 1973. It evaluates and balances the relationship between the energy fields of the body and its physical structure. By applying gentle pressure with particular attention paid to foundation joints, zero balancing creates clearer, stronger energy fields in the bodymind and a balanced energy in the bone and skeletal system, enabling the client to function with a deeper personal strength and harmony.

A-E | F-J | K-O | P-T | U-Z


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