The Passive Stretch Workbook

by Kay Rynerson, LMP, RTT

Intended for the massage professional, this book outlines 141 ways to stretch your client on the massage table and seated. Collected, refined and road-tested since 1988, these moves stretch your client safely, effectively and in ways that are comfortable for both of you. You will learn stretches for the client in the prone, supine, side-lying and seated position. You can design a whole routine with these stretches, or add only a few to the work you already do when indicated. A bonus section outlines a 45-minute self-stretch routine to keep your joints lubricated and to maintain or increase your own flexibility in a gentle and enjoyable way. Each move is fully illustrated in photographs and outlined in text. I began my studies of Thai Massage (which is done on a mat on the floor) early in my massage career. I saw that many of the stretches could be incorporated into massage on the table. Over the years, since 1988, I've picked up many moves from sports massage training, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi and many other modalities. This book is the culmination of those efforts.

56 pages, Spiral-bound

First published May 8, 2007

About the author

I own a spa in Seattle, and I'm the only employee. I do massage, Thai massage, Barefoot Body Bliss, Korean-style body scrubs, and I offer steam, a FAR-INFRARED sauna, and massage lessons. Licensed since 1988, I also teach workshops in a variety of massage-related topics for the professional bodyworker.