Ayurvedic Massage

Kris Quinones is a Licensed Muscular Therapist, Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Continuing Education (CEU) provider, and wellness spa trainer with over 25 years of professional experience in Ayurvedic bodywork, orthopedics, and integrative healing. Through Rasayana, LLC, she bridges classical Ayurvedic tradition with evidence-informed clinical practice. This book showcases her proprietary Rasayana Method - a clinical framework integrating Abhyanga, Marma Chikitsa, and myofascial techniques. She is a highly sought-after instructor for both clinicians and elite athletes who travel to Colorado Springs for Olympic training and competitive events. When not teaching or training you'll find her reading or exploring new places.

Acknowledgements Foreword by Kate O'Donnell Preface Introduction SECTION ONE - TRADITION Indigenous Wisdom: Honoring and Offering in Relationships as a way of Healing Atlas of Ayurveda: Understanding its History and Philosophy Subtle Body Systems: Doshas, Koshas, Marma, and Srotas Ayurvedic Psychology SECTION TWO - TISSUES The Seven Dhatus: Lymph, Blood, Muscle, Fat, Bone, Marrow, Reproductive The Living Matrix: Fascia as a Sensory Organ and Myofascial Release Body Mapping with Marma and Fascia Tracks Primal Movements for Longevity Decoding Health: Metabolic Markers and Longevity Metrics SECTION THREE - TECHNIQUES & APPLICATIONS General Guidelines Client Assessment & Treatment Considerations What You Need From Intuition to Method: Stroke Techniques for Deep Healing Basic Abhyanga Strokes and Descriptions Basic Abhyanga Sequence Rhythm and Tempo Clinical Customizations for Musculoskeletal and Pain Conditions Low Back Pain / Sciatica Headache / Migraine Thoracic Outlet / Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Recommended Stroke Modifications (direction, pressure, tempo, rhythm) Plantar Fasciitis The Subtle Toolbox: Energetic Enhancements for Ayurvedic Massage Dosha-balancing Essential Oils Crystals Sound Therapy SECTION FOUR - THAILUMS (FORMULAS) Defining a Rasayana: The Gold Standard of Rejuvenation Botanical Alchemy: Traditional Herbal Oils for Strength, Detox, and Longevity The Rejuvenated Body: Ayurvedic Nutrition for Healthy Muscle Building Conclusion REFERENCES RECOMMENDED RESOURCES ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Comprehensive, insightful, and timely, Ayurvedic Massage l fills a long-standing gap in massage therapy education. Kris Quinones masterfully unites the theoretical foundations of Ayurveda with the applied science of bodywork, creating a sophisticated and essential guide for professionals. This text will quickly become a cornerstone reference for anyone dedicated to integrative wellness and evidence-informed holistic care. -- Larissa Hall Carlson, M.A., Ayurvedic Practitioner, Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist, and Mindfulness Educator This book presents practices that can restore our relationship with the source of true vitality, with the nature of Self, and integrate healing touch as a central axis in the pursuit of health and happiness. Practitioners are sure to find their healing capacities expand through integrating these principles. -- Kate O'Donnell, Author of The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook and Everyday Ayurveda for Women's Health