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Align for Life: Journey to Structural Integration This 216-page paperback by Dan Bienenfeld encourages readers to view structural integration as a proactive pursuit. Align for Life uses more than 200 illustrations to teach awareness about structural alignment and posture while providing relaxation techniques to improve flexibility and circulation. The book includes a separate 24-page journal to help you focus your goals and record your progress. Available for $39.95 at www.alivepointpress.com. Thumbby Soft Massage Tool This tool helps massage therapists save their hands while maximizing the amount of force available for deep-tissue strokes. Made of silicone, Thumbby is soft, handheld, and has the same width as a thumb, allowing therapists to bring added force to their massages. The slope, shoulder, and base of the Thumbby can also be used depending on the angle needed. This tool can be used dry or with oils and lotions and weighs only 6 ounces. Thumbby is available for $19.97 at 503-381-3630 or www.thumbby.com. The Art of Russian Massage Olena D. Adams guides readers through specialized Russian massage techniques, including honey massage, cupping, moon medicine, and other healing traditions native to Russia and Ukraine. The principle behind each technique is discussed in this 250-page book, which includes detailed illustrations throughout. Available for $24.95 at 808-640-5755 or www. bigislandmassage.com/publish.htm. Massage Wraps This new drape allows therapists to overcome the difficulties inherent in side-lying massages caused by the inadequate body coverage traditional sheets provide. This wrap has upper body straps that secure it to the chest while leaving the arms free and includes a built-in groin drape for added protection. The wrap can be easily manipulated and allows clients to move into any position without compromising privacy. Massage Wrap is available for $34.95 at 888-808- 2781 or www.massagewraps.com. visit massageandbodywork.com to access your digital magazine 101