Shiatsu

Relaxation Shiatsu

Well-being…Bien-Être without medication.

Shiatsu is a therapy endorsed by the Ministry of Health and Welfare of Japan.

Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese therapy founded by the Master Tokujiro Namikoshi.

The Namikoshi Shiatsu college & university is located in Tokyo. In October 2019 I had the great opportunity to get a Shiatsu treatment myself at the Namikoshi clinic in Tokyo. I took all my Shiatsu (and Kobido facial massage as well) courses at the Escuela Japonesa de Shiatsu in Madrid.

Shiatsu is a healing art, also called a ‘miracle therapy’ that we borrow from Japan.

Shiatsu means “finger pressure.” It is a style of bodywork where I will use finger pressure and work on the meridian lines (network of energy channels) and tsubo (Japanese for energy points) using gentle but firm techniques such as rocking movements, rotating, kneading and stretching of the joints and limbs in order to release tension, bring balance to the body and  restore the healthy flow of  the ‘ki’ (energy).

During the session you will be fully dressed on a low massage table (or possibly on a futon if you prefer).

Shiatsu is beneficial for:

> insomnia
> headache and migraine
> physical pain
> digestive disorders
> muscle pain
> stress & anxiety
> PMS
> stiff joints and limbs

Shiatsu gives effective results and has no side effects. Shiatsu is a treatment suitable for all ages. These days more and more people prefer to try the alternative holistic route. If you want a good life, first ensure proper coordination with your body. Physical complaints are often a wake-up-call.

A session lasts 60 minutes and is traditionally done on a low massage table, and in prone position. During the treatment, the entire back (head to foot) will be treated.  Shiatsu is a deeply relaxing experience.  Specific health complaints, disruptions or imbalances might not always disappear, but it will definitely reduce and alleviate the pain. You will feel more in balance and less subject to emotional extremes since our body is continually striving to come into balance. Taking care of your soul is taking care of your body.

Having a Shiatsu session on a regular base helps to discover possible changes and irregularities that manifests in the body.  Shiatsu prevents the accumulation of stress, mental, and physical obstacles that can cause the appearance of some health issues. Shiatsu contributes to overall health and wellbeing. When we feel comfortable in our bodies, we will have fewer mental and physical issues.