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Articles: shiatsu
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Shiatsu
by Chris Jarmey
Shiatsu is a Japanese word which literally translated means ‘finger pressure’. However, Shiatsu is much more than that.
Shiatsu - Ancient Technique for the 21st Century
by Kris Deva North
Shiatsu is a hands-on therapy to harmonize the flow of energy throughout the entire being, seeking the cause of conditions as well as relieving the symptoms. It acts as an intermediary between the receiver and nature.
Shiatsu and Massage in Pregnancy and Childbirth
by Suzanne Yates
As a therapist the author outlines how, during pregnancy she introduces the mother to breathing exercises, meditation, and visualisation to put them more in touch with their bodies and their baby. This also includes teaching the partner shiatsu and massage, which can be used later with the baby to relieve colic and aid sleep, which also encourages the father to play a greater role in the postnatal period.
Shiatsu for Health and Wellbeing
by Cheryl L Jenkins
This article contains a detailed, systematic account of what shiatsu is and what it does. It then reports on recent research projects; an exploratory study, then a carefully designed, cross-Europe study, involving a total of 948 clients being served by 85 shiatsu practitioners.
Shiatsu Massage for Frozen Shoulder
by Sandra Laidley
The author describes her experience of a syndrome which is five times more common in diabetics, 60 per cent more common in women, mostly affects 40-60 year olds. About 15 per cent of sufferers get it on both sides and symptoms last an average of 30 months. In her case, the symptoms came on slowly, then became unbearably painful.
Shiatsu, Nutrition and Mind in the Treatment of ME
by Mike Webster
This article is written by a Shiatsu practitioner and teacher who is trained in clinical nutrition and a specialist in a type of energy work called Waveform. He gives an encouraging account of how he has successfully treated ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis) sufferers, having been a sufferer himself.
Shiatsu, Yoga and Breath
by Rosamunde Jordan
Shiatsu is a word that seems vaguely familiar to a great many people: ‘That’s under dogs, isn’t it?’ said the young lad who searched for the appropriate section for my advert.
What do Shiatsu Practitioners Treat?
by Nicola Pooley
Shiatsu is usually found to be deeply relaxing and invigorating for the mind and body.
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