Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese manual therapy that applies some of the principles and techniques of acupuncture, connecting with different reflex points or ‘tsubos’ along the Meridians in the body. These Meridians or energetic channels correspond to different vital organs and their functions, which in Traditional Chinese Medicine go beyond the anatomical.

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Benefits of Shiatsu

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• relaxes mind and body

• restores and balances energy

• eases tension and stiffness

• improves posture

• enhances well being

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A study carried out by Professor Andrew Long, University of Leeds showed that:

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• 89% of Shiatsu receivers felt calmer & more relaxed

• Up to 60% of regular Shiatsu receivers slept better

• Reduced use of conventional medicine   (Research published: http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6882/9/19 ) 

 

Treatments usually last one hour and you remain fully clothed. You should allow more time for a first treatment as the practitioner needs to take a detailed case history in order to develop a complete picture of your health. A Shiatsu treatment takes place on a padded futon mat at floor level, but can also take place on a specialist massage couch, depending on the client's needs.