Shiatsu

Shiatsu or Acupressure Therapy is a deeply relaxing treatment that is beneficial for the relief and prevention of physical and emotional health problems, including anxiety, digestive and menstrual disorders, chronic pain, sciatica and arthritis.

Rooted in Japanese Zen and the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shiatsu uses palm and thumb pressure along the meridian pathways of the body. The treatment is clothed and the practitioner uses stretches and joint mobilisation techniques along with gentle pressure to open up space in the body, and support the free movement of Qi throughout the system. Many describe the effects of this treatment as deeply relaxing, as in a state between asleep and awake.