Shiatsu
Zen shiatsu practised by Les
What is Zen Shiatsu
• Shiatsu massage is a traditional therapy from Japan that stimulates the body's inherent ability to heal itself.
• The Japanese word shiatsu literally means "finger pressure."
• Manual pressure is applied to the body in order to assess and treat a variety of conditions. Natural body weight is used when pressure is applied on special points on the body, as opposed to just pushing with finger pressure. Through this pressure the energy flowing in the meridians is influenced. This energy is called chi.
• After treatment, many people experience relief from their discomforts – from physical or emotional pain, increased flexibility, calmer mood, and clearer mind. Many people find that deep, restful sleep also comes more easily.
A Typical Zen Shiatsu Treatment From Les
• Treatment is performed on a futon on the floor
• The receiver is fully dressed in loose light clothing, preferably in natural fabrics such as cotton. No oils or lotions are used.
• Cushions are used if needed to support your body in order that you can let go completely. Incense and candles are also used to put you most at ease and create an environment that allows you to relax and enjoy.
Types of treatment sessions you can book with me:
1 1/2 hour session (sometimes more) — in order have full therapeutic benefit and create energetic & physical balance.
1 hour session — A relaxing shorter session is also beneficial. This type of session is especially good for a particular focus area i.e. to relieve pain and tensions in one area that needs attention such as neck and shoulders, head, back, legs.
Shiatsu massage can be very effective both as prevention and as a treatment for many health conditions:
• Relaxation & Stress Relief
• Muscular Tension
• Chronic Pain
• Respiratory & Circulatory Illness
• Weak Immune Systems
• Allergies
• Digestive Problems
• Menstrual Disorders
• Headaches & Earaches
• Anxiety, Grief, Depression
• Backache
• Sprains and strains
• Neck and shoulder stiffness
• Joint pain
• Insomnia or sleeping difficulties
• Poor circulation
• Retention of fluid
Shiatsu feels good and it’s very relaxing :) Contact me to book a Shiatsu Session.