...a Japanese word, literally translated to mean "finger pressure" (and pronounced "shee - ah - tsoo").
Shiatsu is a form of bodywork (or energy work, depending on how you look at it) that uses finger and thumb pressure (or knees, elbows, forearms, feet), as well as stretching, rocking and holding, to bring about a more balanced energy flow in the receiver's body.
Many people who receive shiatsu experience a deep and profound sense of relaxation, relief from common ailments such as stress, headaches, bodily aches and pain, repetitive strain injuries, digestive and respiratory issues, insomnia, high blood pressure and feelings of overwhelm.
More profound benefits can be a renewed sense of groundedness, centeredness, increased ability to deal with stress, and overall, a greater awareness of your own physical body. This is a good thing in that it can help to bring clear awareness to the connections between how you live and how you feel. With this awareness comes increased motivation and energy to make other healthy life choices.
