Shiatsu 

Shiatsu is used to treat a wide range of chronic condition such as headaches, PMS, digestive disorder, fatigue, insomnia, fibromyalgia, stress, anxiety and muskuloskeletal pain including low back, neck, and joint pain.

What is Shiatsu?

It is a form of therapeutic bodywork from Japan. It uses kneading, pressing, soothing, tapping, and stretching techniques and is performed with or without oils.

What are the principles of Shiatsu?

One of the fundamental concepts of Chinese/Japanese medicine is Qi (pronounced "chee"). This is the vital energy in our body that underlies all functioning.

Qi flows in specific pathways called meridians. The therapist accesses the Qi through points along the meridians called Vital Points. Health is present when there is abundant Qi in the meridians and the flow is unobstructed. When the Qi becomes deficient or out of balance, or the flow is obstructed, symptoms arise. Seemingly minor signs emerge, such as regular colds and flues, weekly or daily headaches, body aches and muscular pain, or digestive difficulties. These are indications of the imbalance of Qi. Shiatsu stimulates and harmonises the flow of Qi throughout the body.

The therapist is trained to recognise patterns of disharmony in the body, even prior to physical signs appearing. Simple yet subtle changes are indications of an imbalance that, left alone, may progress to a point where symptoms appear. Balance can be restored with proper assessment and regular Shiatsu sessions. Your practitioners may also offer lifestyle and activity recommendations.