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Shiatsu
Shiatsu
is a traditional hands-on Japanese healing therapy. It can help
in a wide range of conditions - from specific injuries to more
general symptoms of poor health. Shiatsu is a deeply relaxing
experience and regular Shiatsu sessions help to prevent the
build up of stress in our daily lives.
Common conditions helped by Shiatsu include:
· back pain
· headaches, migraines
· whiplash injuries and neck stiffness
· joint pain and reduced mobility
· menstrual problems
· digestive problems
· asthmatic symptoms
· sports injuries
· depression
· stress
Background to Shiatsu
The philosophy underlying Shiatsu is that vital energy (known
as Ki in Japanese) flows throughout the body in a series of
channels called meridians. For many different reasons Ki can
stop flowing freely and this then produces a symptom.
Your Shiatsu practitioner will consider your state of health,
the symptoms you are experiencing and, depending on your constitution
and general energy levels, will use a variety of techniques
to improve your energy flow. These may include gentle holding,
pressing with palms, thumbs, fingers, elbows, knees and feet
on the meridians and, when appropriate, more dynamic rotations
and stretches.
As the quality of Ki changes, the symptoms associated with a
lack of flow will gradually improve. Shiatsu is a therapy that
works on the individual as a complete being - not just the physical
body but also on an emotional and/or mental level.
What
to expect in a session
Each session lasts approximately one hour. The first session
may be slightly longer since your practitioner will take a
detailed case history to develop a complete picture of your
health according to the principles of oriental medicine.
The
session usually takes place on a padded mat or futon at floor
level, although it is possible to receive Shiatsu sitting
on a chair if you are unable to lie down. The client stays
fully clothed. Following a treatment, there can be a feeling
of increased vitality and you may feel invigorated yet relaxed.
Among
the diverse benefits that SHIATSU presents to the organism,
it will be able to be distinguished:
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Gives flexibility to the skin
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Improvement of the circulatory system
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Gives flexibility to the muscular system
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Aid to recuperate the balance of the bone system
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Facilitation of the digestive system functions
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Improvement of the endocrinous system control
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Regulate the functions of the nervous system
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