SHIATSU
We practice a style of massage called Shiatsu. Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork, rooted in ancient Chinese techniques dating as far back as 5000 years. Long before the use of needles existed in Asian Medicine, people used their hands, thumbs and fingers to press points in an effort to treat pain, imbalance, and disease. Shiatsu is a very powerful modality that integrates the depth of Chinese medical theory with a healing touch.
“SHIATSU” is the Japanese word for finger pressure. Shiatsu Therapy uses touch as a holistic and powerful tool for balancing the body. The goal of Shiatsu is the same as acupuncture, to balance your energy or unblock the rivers that flow through you(refer to Acupuncture for a more detailed description of the “rivers”). The balance of your rivers frees you from pain and disease.
Treatments begins with an abdominal diagnosis, this information allows your practitioner to formulate their approach to balancing your rivers. They will use their thumbs primarily to balance the river pathways which run along both your front and backsides. Treatments are performed with the with the patient fully clothed in relaxing pants and top. You can expect an effective and soothing treatment that lasts roughly 60 minutes.
Conditions which respond well to shiatsu
- Poor circulation
- menstrual complaints
- headaches
- fluid retention
- digestive problems
- Insomnia/fatigue
- sinus congestion
- anxiety/depression
- Immune deficiencies
- backache
- sprains/strains
- neck/shoulder problems
- joint pain/restriction
How often do I need Shiatsu treatments?
It depends on your condition/imbalance. Generally, chronic conditions require more treatment for longer periods of time and acute conditions heal faster with less treatment. We often recommend treatments once per week for a month and then reevaluate your progress.
Does Shiatsu work as well as acupuncture?
Yes, it has the power to work equally as well or better, it really depends on your comfort with either modality and commitment to regular treatments.
Will I feel tired after my treatment?
You likely will feel refreshed and energized.
