Shiatsu

The Shiatsu Massage is more popularly known as the acupressure. At very basic level it is not just a relaxation tool rather it is a method of healing. Its a finger pressure massage technique as the name Shiatsu suggests whereby shi means finger and atsu means pressure. It has been founded on the Chinese meridian system and the belief in Qi.

Qi is the natural energy flowing through all the living beings. Qi is the energy that creates well being and any kind of disruption in its flow can lead to illness.Shiatsu massage therapy actually ensures that the Qi flows unhindered and the human body is able to maintain its balance.

Shiatsu Massage Therapy and the Flow of Qi

For the well being of human body it is very essential that Qi keeps flowing unhindered. The Shiatsu massage therapy makes sure that Qi flows continuously. The therapy helps the continuous flow of Qi based on meridian system. There are supposed to be twelve main meridians connected to specific organs. Any disruption in the flow of Qi in any of the meridians affects the corresponding organ.

Applying pressure on the acupoints helps regulate the flow of Qi and subsequently heals the particular organ. In addition to applying pressure, the other modes that can be employed include rubbing, tapping, pinching, squeezing, etc.

The Mechanism of Shiatsu Massage

The most common attribute of Shiatsu massage therapy is the focal point on acupoints. But the individual practitioner may have his or her own particular technique as well. Still the whole therapy revolves around these acupoints only.

The patient is usually lying on the mat or the table and is fully clothed. But care is taken to keep the cloth loosely fitted to help in easy massage.

The room usually has dim light with soft music or total silence. The practitioner puts his hands on the designated points and applies pressures to regulate the flow of energy. If he deems fit he may also make use of other modes like tapping, pinching, etc.

Benefits of Shiatsu Massage

The Shiatsu massage is a therapy that leads to relaxation and also serves as a healing technique. There are innumerable benefits of this therapy which include:

Through its ability to maintain, regulate and repair Qi, the life energy, Shiatsu massage ensures overall well being of humans including physical, psychological and spiritual.