What is shiatsu?

Shiatsu ("finger pressure") is based on traditional Japanese massage therapy. Shiatsu works with the body's energy flow, known as Ki or Qi (pronounced chee). 

 

Visit Shiatsu Society to find out about the history and styles of Shiatsu.

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How does it work?

It involves applying pressure to specific points on the body, moving from one point to another in a rhythmic sequence. It is performed without oils through light, comfortable clothing.

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Benefits of receiving a shiatsu massage

It may help:

• Work the tension and spasms out of the muscles, thus eliminating muscle aches by rubbing and pulling at the skin and muscles, and by pressing on acupressure points that release tension.

• Relieve constipation when applied to abdominal area. The stretching and pulling of the massage can loosen muscles and relax the intestines and colon.

• Widen the in the brain or head, causing irritation and pain in Migraines. 

• Reduce stress, tension, anxiety and depression

• Improve circulation and muscular pain from Rheumatoid arthritis 

• Improve the look and glow of the skin by stimulating circulation in capillaries of the skin’s soft tissues. 

• Alleviate menstrual camps during women's during monthly cycles and alleviate menstrual cramps.

• Help and ease morning sickness and swelling that is often caused by pregnancy.

• Improve the circulation and cellular nutrition throughout the body but also benefits the digestive system by allowing food to digest more easily and aides in waste elimination. It increases stamina by storing energy reserves and assists in fat metabolism and removal.

• Restore and maintain the body's energy system if suffering from fatigue and weakness. 

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Alicia specialises in neck, shoulders and back.