A One-Hour Shiatsu Massage at Elements of Healing

Shiatsu, also known as acupressure, is a finger pressure massage technique. Shiatsu massage therapy is founded on the Chinese meridian system of energy pathways. The therapist applies pressure with his thumbs, finger, and palms to specific areas of the client's body that have been determined during an assessment period prior to the massage session. Massage techniques like tapping, squeezing, rubbing, and applied pressure are applied along the meridians to unblock energy blockages and reintroduce the optimal flow of qi (chi).

Benefits of Shiatsu Massage

• Deep muscle and tissue relaxation
• Stress reduction and management
• Releases toxins from the body
• Dis-ease preventative
• Increased flexibility
• Improved blood circulations
• Reduces blood pressure
• Reduces mental anxieties
• Balances qi (chi)
• Calms nervousness
• Increases mental and spiritual awareness
• It feels good!

Shiatsu massage is performed while the patient is fully clothed and is suitable for all ages.