Shiatsu
is Feng Shui for the body. A shiatsu treatment balances the chi
of the body in much the same way that a Feng Shui adjustment balances
the chi of an environment.
Energy travels throughout the body in in lines which are called
meridians. Along these meridians are points, or tsubo, that act
like electrical outlets, in that you can tap into the chi circulating
through that meridian. When energy is blocked along the meridians,
tension, discomfort and illness can arise.
When these points are pressed during shiatsu, they relieve muscular
tension, promote circulation, and help to balance the vital energy
of the body. In shiatsu, palms, fingers, elbows and feet can be
used to apply the proper pressure. After a shiatsu treatment,
the recipient may feel more balanced, calm, and revitalized.
Shiatsu is effective for a wide variety of physical and mental
ailments, such as headaches, shoulder and neck tension, backache
and sciatica, insomnia, lack of concentration, depression and
anxiety. Done on a regular basis, shiatsu will help lead to a
healthy and balanced life.
