Shiatsu

Shiatsu is a health treatment therapy originating out of Japan and means “finger pressure” in Japanese. It is a massage therapy using finger and palm pressure and manual body stretches to treat ailments. It is believed the origins of Shiatsu date back to the early 20th century when Tokujiro Namikoshi treated his own mother for what is believed to have been rheumatoid arthritis using only his thumbs and palms. While there is no proof of its efficacy, the treatment claims to aid relaxation to address issues like stress, anxiety and depression, muscle pain and nausea.
Shiatsu has evolved over time to incorporate variations of the original practice but essentially there are two main streams – the traditional Chinese medicine doctrine and the more western approach focusing on physiology and anatomy. Either way, the fundamental practice of Shiatsu is non-invasive and can be done in a chair or the more traditional flat bed or massage table.

A large part of the success of a Shiatsu business is the relationship the practitioner establishes with the client. An amount of trust and confidence is needed alongside the skill level of the practitioner to ensure the client feels comfortable enough to relax and allow the massage and stretching to work in the way intended.

While shiatsu is recognised as a legitimate therapy in Japan, in Europe any therapy using words which imply healing or curing by alternative or complementary practices are considered illegal. More stringent testing and research into the efficacy of the therapy is required to meet the regulatory requirements other medical and health modalities undergo. Certification in some countries is a basic three year course, or a two year degree course in others and some only require a vocational certificate. Part of the training will involve clinical practice, written and live examinations, western anatomy and traditional chinese medicine knowledge.

Zen Shiatsu diagnosis involves several steps including assessment of the physical appearance and odor of the client, assessing the main pulses in wrist and other parts of the body, the appearance of the tongue and enquiring as to the lifestyle and psychological health of the subject. The practitioner will also feel for energy imbalances pertaining to internal organs, particularly around the abdomen and the back. The aim of the diagnostic process is to identify areas of disharmony and treat them.

The practice is appealing for those wanting to explore a less invasive option to obtaining and maintaining natural health. Of course complementary therapies never claim to replace or substitute any other medical treatment but rather work in tandem with them where required, ensuring not only the symptoms are treated but the underlying causes.

Maintaining optimum health rather than addressing actual illness is a way forward and alternative and complementary treatments are perfect for this. Try one and feel the difference. The head massage is particularly helpful for those carrying tension in the forehead and scalp. And a Hand Massage is good for relieving stress too.

Massage in Nashville, TN – Shiatsu Massage Therapy

Relaxzen 60-6821 Executive Chair with Shiatsu Massage, Black $169.99 60-6821 Features: -Soft bonded leather upholstery with matching vinyl. -SHIATSU massage insert cushion with heat. -Includes adapter, massage can be used in mid/lower back. -Cushion can be reversed to soft foam side for comfort. -Padded color coat armrests with matching base. -Tilt, tension, lock, swivel, pneumatic lift height adjust. -Built-in timer deactivates motors after 15 minutes. -BIFMA app…

Osaki OS-4000 Executive Massage Chair – Charcoal and Beige $2,895.00 This new Charcoal and Beige OS-4000 Zero Gravity Massage Chair from Osaki is one of the finest massage chairs on the market. It has all the features of the OS-3000 plus air and vibration arm massage, hip air massage, seat vibration massage, neck and shoulder air massage as well as heat therapy for your back. Automatically detect the whole body curve as well as make micro adjustments, which brings …

Neck Massage Pillow – Neck Pain Relief – Shiatsu Neck Massager (GREY) $21.95 The Neck Massage Pillow will contour to your prefer posture for a custom support and comfort. You can bend it twist it curl it and neck support pillow will stay put! It also incorporates a relaxing massager built-in! Comforting adjustable poly-foam with flexible linkage inside is what make it one of a kind.Release all that stress of the tense muscles in your neck with the soothing Neck Massage Pil…

Liquid Mind III: Balance $9.50 Liquid Mind III: Balance, the third in Liquid Mind’s elegant series of slow stress-relief music albums, transports the listener to a place of inner peace and deep calm. Like the prior albums (Slow World and Ambience Minimus), Liquid Mind III: Balance is serene and lush, electronic and elegant, and floats the listener along in a gentle healing stream of sound….

Liquid Mind VII: Reflection $10.56 “…In an agitated stream, it is difficult to see a reflection. In a calm lake, that reflection is clear….” Liquid Mind VII: Reflection, the seventh in Liquid Mind ’s unique ultra-slow relaxation albums, ebbs and flows with a peaceful and introspective elegance. Science has proven that our minds and bodies harmonize with the tempo of our surroundings, and that slow music may cause a general re…

Ultimate Relaxing Piano Music for Spa, Massage, Meditation, Yoga, Tai Chi & Shiatsu $5.99 …

Infant Massage – A Practical Guide To Shiatsu [VHS] $16.95 …

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Homedics NMSQ-200 Neck & Shoulder Massager $18.50 Homedics NMSQ-200 Neck & Shoulder MassagerHomedics NMSQ-200 Neck & Shoulder Massager Features:; Neck and shoulder portable massager; Choose from 2 speed massage and heat; Internal wire frame flexes for a custom fit with plush fleece lining for luxurious comfort; Operates on both batteries and AC adapter…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – (pressure Point Massage) – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Shiatsu – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

The Best of Vulva Massage $19.95 An anthology of erotic touch from sex educators, tantra teachers, erotic bodyworkers, orgasm coaches…

Clinical Shiatsu $41.95 Learn to use Shiatsu to treat back and neck pain, with advanced assessment tools and meridian pairing techniques. This comprehensive DVD covers the majority of the primary meridians, and includes multiple sequences that you can use to vary your work on each client. It also includes Back-shu Points, Ashi points, evaluation in terms of excessive or deficient, chi or blood stagnation, a meridian revi…

Reflexology – Techniques for the Hands & Feet 2 DVD Package $74.90 In this 2 DVD set, Master Reflexologist, Joe Horan, of Reflexology Seminars of New York (RSNY), will guide you through a step-by-step series of instructional exercises on “how-to” correctly perform each technique, for both the hands and feet, which can be used as a stand-alone treatment, or combined with other modalities, such as Swedish and Chair Massage. Finally, in the bonus footage, you are gi…

Prosepra Electronic Pulse Massager $29.95 The Prosepra Electronic Pulse Massager features Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) that can help back and neck pain caused by trauma or strain. TENS therapy can help break the pain cycle by loosening the muscles an relieving pain. Compact, portable, micro-computer-controlled device Can be used on your shoulders, legs, arms, neck, back, and feet May help to relieve pain and numbne…

Homedics NMS-350 Shiatsu Neck Massager with Vibration and Heat $29.97 Shiatsu massage vibration massage & heat easy-to-use integrated control 1-touch heat…

Acupressure Mat | Acupuncture Mat for Back Pain Relief | (nail bed or spike mat) (Green) $34.95 The Nayoya Acupressure Mat uses the benefits of acupuncture and acupressure to help the body repair itself, and heal itself from all kinds of stress such as back pain, fatigue, insomnia, high blood pressure, and muscular soreness. The Acupuncture points on the Nayoya Acupressure Mat stimulate the body to release endorphins, feel good hormones because they have a calming, soothing effect on the m…

Garden Pop-pan Sesame Crackers 8oz $3.99 Enjoy the luxury and soothing benefits of a professional-quality foot and calf massage right in your own home. This massager massages away tension and fatigue from your feet, calves and ankles. Spend a few minutes with this massager, and your whole body will feel more relaxed and limber all day. In comparing with most mechanical kneading versions, the air massage is much less painful and much bett…

Shift Electronic Shiatsu Back Massager, Back Cushion $13.99 Transform your ordinary chair into a soothing massage chair !…

20-Minute Shiatsu $20.06 20-Minute Shiatsu is a quick and easy guide to the basics of shiatsu – Japanese finger-pressure (also called acupressure massage.) Shiatsu is an Asian technique of healing and relaxation that has been successfully used for centuries. Based on the idea that channels of energy flow through the body, shiatsu was developed to keep these pathways flowing freely to maintain maximum health. Using easy-to-follow photographs and illustrations, the authors show you how to give an extremely effective treatment session in 20 minutes. In addition, there are hints and suggestions to add techniques if you have extra time. Complete with photographic summary of the entire treatment routine and 14 Meridian charts.

30 Kela Massage Table Package – Color: Clay $344.54 Picture in Ruby – OWO1097: Features: -Kela massage table package. -Available in several colors. -Package includes adjustable face rest platform and cushion, carry case, arm hammock, poly cotton sheet set, 6 bolster. -Flat top. -Terra touch fabric. -Patented integral hinge. -Easy open and close via patented unlock latch. -North American maple legs and braces. -Ultimate access end panel. -Shiatsu cable system. -Comfort, simple good looks and durable strength. -Lifetime warranty for frame and understructure. -2 Years warranty for padding and upholstery. Specifications: -Weight capacity: 500 lbs. -Manually adjustable height range 24 to 34 . -3 Multi layer foam. -Top dimensions: 30 W x 73 D. -Dimensions: 24-34 H x 30 W x 73 D. Specification Sheet Specification Sheet

4 Hands Are Better Than 2 $14.24 Elite spas and resorts offer tandem massage as the ultimate indulgence, yet little has been written to educate therapists about this exciting modality. This practical guide, written by two sisters who have pioneered tandem massage, fills that gap. Part 1 presents 14 steps to creating successful two-person massage routines, ranging from effectively treating pain and dysfunction, to healing mind, body, and spirit, to building a thriving business and a loyal customer base. Part 2 offers a step-by-step integrative (ayurvedic mirror, deep tissue, Swedish, Shiatsu, and Reiki) one-hour tandem routine, a 10-15 minute seated tandem routine, and a tandem subroutine for piriformis syndrome. Each step, described in detail and photographed for easy application, contains solid therapeutic techniques to target specific muscle groups. These routines show therapists how to address both specific and general client needs, as well as how to maintain cohesiveness while working in tandem to keep clients balanced and relaxed.

5 Minute Massages $9.95 These simple-to-learn techniques combine the best of both the Eastern and Western schools of massage therapy, including reflexology, Thai massage, Indian ayurvedic techniques, shiatsu, and acupressure. And they work in as little as five minutes! 160 color photos and detailed pressure point charts take the mystery out of massage, and offer powerful therapies to relieve more than 30 common ailments, from simple sore feet to tennis elbow, from loss of libido to pregnancy’’s aches and pains. With a pair of strong hands, plus the expert instruction found here, anyone can stimulate blood flow to sore, overworked muscles; increase bodily energy and mental acuity; banish stress; and even ease sinus congestion and headache.

A Guide to Better Health $16.95 Draws from both the Western scientific/objective perspective of medicine as well as the Eastern philosophical/Chinese perspective of prevention and cure. The author uses a step-by-step approach designed to help the reader work on him/herself to become a healer in the true holistic sense.Incluces charts and diagrams relating to: * Refloxology* Meridian Channels* Shiatsu* Chinese Massage* AcupressureSpecial sections on Children’s Ailments, Nutrition, Medicinal Herbs, and Exercise.

Beard’s Massage $37.64 An update of the definitive work on soft tissue massage! The 4th Edition continues to follow classic Swedish remedial message therapy, along with the Hoffa system of local and general massage. An introduction to other massage traditions, such as sports massage, trigger points and pressure, rolfing, and shiatsu, is new to this edition. A new section details individual massage strokes, accompanied by all new, step-by-step photographs that show the direction and sequence of each individual stroke. Current and extensive reference sections accompany every chapter, and the up-to-date bibliography provides citations in a wide variety of areas associated with massage.

Beginners Guide to Shiatsu $17 Beginner’s Guide to Shiatsu is a concise guide to the basics of shiatsu – Japanese finger-pressure (also called acupressure massage.) It clearly explains what shiatsu is and how it can be used. Shiatsu is an Asian technique of healing and relaxation that has been successfully used for centuries. Based on the idea that channels of energy flow through the body, shiatsu was developed to keep these pathways flowing freely to maintain maximum health. Using easy-to-follow illustrations, the author shows you how to relieve headaches, back pain, stress, and other common ailments. In addition, he provides a simple system of diagnosing possible organ problems, and offers nutritional guidelines based on the macrobiotic diet.

Body Work $12.76 This is the essential guide answering all of the key questions about every different kind of major bodywork therapy, including Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais Method, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy and more.

Bodywork Shiatsu: Bringing the Art of Finger Pressure to the Massage Table $24.95 The director of Healthsprings Clinic in Boulder, Colorado presents his innovative method of integrating the energetic concepts and techniques of shiatsu with Western osteopathic and therapeutic massage.

CONAIR BM22 Shiatsu Massage Cushion $55.99 Shiatsu body massager cushion with heat. This versatile cushion provides deep-kneading shiatsu massage to many parts of the body.

CONAIR MASSAGER SHIATSU $29.99 The Conair Shiatsu Neck Massager #NM10 lets you massage your neck and shoulders while relaxing your muscles. While giving you the comfort of jersey fabric. Kneading massage nodes provide a real Shiatsu-style massage with hi/lo option. With a slide on/off switch allows the heat option for optimum massage. The 6′ cord gives you the convenience of multiple positioning.

Easy Baby Massage $5.8 The natural way to help keep your baby happy and healthy! Product Information Massage is an easy and safe way to help your child relax, improve muscle tone, prevent and alleviate common complaints, and strengthen the bond between you and your child! Step-by-step video demonstrations by a trained instructor teach you Shiatsu-inspired massage techniques that you can use to bolster the health and well-being of your baby. Product Features Strengthens the parent-child bond Imparts health benefits that can last a lifetime Assists with sound mental and physical development Relieves and prevents common ailments Tones the skin, muscles, and internal organs Presented by Melva Martin, principal of the Osteopathic College of New Zealand and mother of four children. Her knowledge in this field is respected worldwide. Windows Requirements Windows XP, Vista Pentium II 300 MHz processor (Pentium 4 1.2 GHz for Vista) 215 MB free Hard Disk space 800 x 600 monitor, 16-bit color 64 MB of RAM (128 MB for Vista) DirectSound compatible Sound Card and speakers 64 MB DirectX compatible Video Card (128 MB for Vista) 16X or faster CD-ROM drive Macintosh Requirements Mac OS 9.2, OS X Classic, OS X iMac or G3 300 MHz or faster processor 800 x 600 monitor, thousands of colors or more 64 MB of RAM (128 MB recommended) 16X or faster CD-ROM drive

Easy Home Massage – DVD $8.74 An interactive step-by-step video guide to easy home massages! Product Information Let a registered massage therapist guide you through a series of lessons carefully designed to reduce aches and pains. Follow along with the instructional video and learn methods suited to different parts of your body. Or view the correct sequence of techniques in a full body massage. Male or female, young or old, youll soon discover why theres nothing like massage for relaxing your body and soothing away the stresses and strains of your busiest day. Product Features Features Over 80 minutes of video demonstrations Techniques you can try yourself or with a partner Guide to massage styles from around the world Quiz, glossary and more Special Techniques Overview Hydrotherapy Injuries Reflexology Visualization Trigger Points Shiatsu Connective Tissues Additional Features Color, full-frame, stereo sound, NTSC Approximate Runtime: 97 minutes Interactive menus Compatible with all NTSC players

Executive Office Chair with Shiatsu Massager $169.99 CFP1050: Features: -Soft bonded leather upholstery with matching vinyl. -SHIATSU massage insert cushion with heat. -Includes adapter, massage can be used in mid/lower back. -Cushion can be reversed to soft foam side for comfort. -Padded color coat armrests with matching base. -Tilt, tension, lock, swivel, pneumatic lift height adjust. -Built-in timer deactivates motors after 15 minutes. -BIFMA approved up to 250 lbs. -Limited one year manufacturer’s warranty. -Overal Dimensions: 43-46 H x 26.5 W x 27 D.

Guide to Massage Therapies $3.84 Learn how to over come stress with aromatherapy–uplift your mood with bergamot or enhance sleep with lavender oil. Shiatsu, the Japenese word for finger pressure, offers exercises for enhancing breathing and the circulatory system. This guide will enable you to give effective treatment to yourself, family and friends.

HOMEDICS PILLOW MASSAGER $39 State-of-the-art rotating massage mechanismSoft plush pillow conforms to your bodySpot Shiatsu for targeted massage reliefSoothing Heat helps ease stiffness and tensionFor the neck back shoulders and moreKneads away muscle tension pain and fatigue

Hand-Touch Kneading Rolling Shiatsu Foot Massager $169 The Hand-Touch Kneading Rolling Shiatsu Foot Massager is ergonomically designed with foot shape and nerve points to activate joints and maximize relaxation on your foot. This rolling massager is set just right; it can efficiently improve blood circulation, ease painful and tired feet as well as legs. Features kneading disc massagers with an elastic step width and a handy touch-panel control on the case Automatic massage program with four optional modes Has both auto and manual massage programs to choose from, plus three adjustable speeds Able to change kneading massage directions and features overloaded protection Fits most sizes of feet Lightweight and portable with a built-in carry handle for easy travel Made from high quality ABS plastic Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required.

Head, Neck & Shoulders Message: A Step-By-Step Guide $12.24 Traditions of Indian head massage, Shiatsu, Reiki, meditation, and creative visualization are all drawn upon for this unique mind-body massage therapy for shoulders, head, and neck. From the Publisher Head, Neck & Shoulder Massage is the perfect resource, whether you are looking for a way to unwind and relax, to instantly and effortlessly enhance your health, or to give meditation a try. Author Eilean Bentley draws on the traditions of Indian head massage, Shiatsu, Reiki, meditation and creative visualisation to create a massage technique anyone can learn — and enjoy.

HoMedics Foldable Shiatsu Massaging Cushion with Heat $79.72 After a long day, you deserve to sit back and relax. Unwind with the HoMedics Foldable Shiatsu Massaging Cushion with Heat. The comfy cushion features deep kneading Shiatsu plus invigoration vibration massage that travels up and down your back.The HoMedics Shiatsu massage and Vibrating Cushion offers soothing heat and relaxation to alleviate sore, tired back and neck muscles. Choose deep kneading tissue massage with our without heat. Portable, programmable and easily fits most chairs.

Homedics FMS Therapist Select Shiatsu Foot Massager $39.99 Even if you spend your day standing on the corner watching all the folks go by, your feet are working hard. There’s alot of weight and stress to the muscles and tiny bones. That’s why aching feet are a common gripe. The foot is a delicate instrument, which can easily be damaged or knocked out of alignment. Even though it’s a small part of the body, each foot has 28 bones and 40 joints, which absorb an enormous amount of stress. Each time you take a step, you put one to three times your body weight on those bones, joints, and muscles. Homedics Therapist Select Shiatsu Foot Massager uses Shiatsu massage techniques to relieve foot fatigue and resulting pain. Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork. The word shiatsu means finger pressure, and shiatsu is sometimes described as a finger pressure massage. This Homedics massager has unique massage heads that accurately simulate the sensation of a Shiatsu therapist. With selectable heat, it further soothes aching muscles and connective tissues.

Homedics Mcs-700h Total Coverage Shiatsu Massage (Refurbished) $104.99 The HoMedics Total Coverage Shiatsu Massage Cushion has innovative technology that lets you drive the massage heads exactly where you need them with the precision guided joystick control. Customize the massage to your specific needs.

Homedics MCS-350H Shiatsu Massaging Cushion with Heat/Width Control/Spot $79.99 Quick heat for a more relaxing massageSpot Shiatsu holds the massage action just where you need itWidth control fits your bodyProgrammable control with 6 programs

Comfort Products Relaxzen Shiatsu Massage Leather Executive Chair $169.99 Color: BlackMaterials: Leather, Nylon, FoamDimensions: Adjustable 44.9-48 inches high x 25.8 inches long x 28 inches wideShiatsu massage and heat

HoMedics Foldable Shiatsu Massaging Cushion with Heat (Refurbished) $49.99 The HoMedics MCS-200H Shiatsu Massage Cushion brings the true feel of a Shiatsu massage from an affordable cushion that gives you a relaxing massage wherever you are. This massage cushion with heat offers a more soothing massage experience.

Body Balance Hand-held Shiatsu Massager $38.54 Compact and lightweight, this hand-held massager provides Shiatsu massage with a number of settings. With soft fiber covers and an easy-to-grip handle, this massager offers heated relaxation.

Salonovations’ Shiatsu Massage $41.13 Description not available.

Natural Cover Massage Mat (54 inches x 80 inches) $125.99 Traditional shiatsu mat made with untreated cotton batting and natural cotton canvasMat is wide enough for both the practitioner and the patient in Thai yogaMassage mat is light enough to be portable

The Foundations of Shiatsu $23.7 Shiatsu works by stimulating the body`s vital energy flow in order to promote good health. The practitioner uses palms, thumbs and fingers, elbows, and even knees and feet to apply pressure and stretching to the energy lines or “meridians.” This text w…

Sei-ki (Paperback) $22.77 Description not available.

Handbuch Reflextherapie (Hardcover) $76.23 Mit energetischen Verfahren behandeln lernen Shiatsu – Akupunkt-Massage nach Penzel – Tuina:Machen Sie sich mit drei bewhrten Therapiemethoden der stlichen Medizin vertraut: Ihre gemeinsamen Grundlagen und die jeweiligen Anwendungsprinzipien finden S…

The Book of Massage (Paperback) $11.44 An updated edition of the classic guide to massage features detailed step-by-step instruction in basic holistic massage techniques, including Eastern and Western methods ranging from traditional massage to shiatsu and reflexology, all complemented by f…

The Massage Bible (Paperback) $11.54 From Chinese massage to Shiatsu to Indian head massage, this lavishly illustrated “bible” presents all the techniques needed to master the basics. Every spread features large and easy-to-follow photos, while the text guid…

Masaje / Massage (Hardcover) $10.07 This illustrated guide to therapeutic massage techniques presents both Eastern and Western methods, including shiatsu and Swedish. Clear, step-by-step instructions guide beginners through the basic te…

Massage Practice for Acupressure (DVD) $9.88 Instructor Michelle Kluck offers a step-by-step guide through massage techniques for the ancient art of acupressure, which promo

Learn to Relax $11.52 Mike George’s guide to relaxation is an eclectic combination of several Eastern practices such as Shiatsu massage, Zen Buddhism, and Taoism. With 130 illustrations designed to help the reader to visualize serenity, George offers over 25 exercises …

The Book of Shiatsu (Paperback) $11.43 Offers a step-by-step guide to the Japanese massage technique used to help alleviate such medical problems as backaches, intestinal disorders, menstrual problems, and arthritic conditions.

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Atlas of Shiatsu: The Meridians of Zen Shiatsu $62.59 Atlas of Shiatsu presents clear, detailed descriptions of the twelve main meridians used in Shiatsu practice. The study of the meridians is a difficult aspect of Shiatsu training and this highly-illustrated atlas explains and illustrates their positions within the body. The description of each meridian is supported by 15-30 illustrations.

Shiatsu for Dogs $11.39 Brief, concise, and full of helpful photos, this introductory guide provides essential information on shiatsu for dogs.