Shiatsu is a hands-on Japanese healing therapy.  The philosophy underlying Shiatsu is that vital energy (known as Ki in Japanese) flows through the body in a series of channels called meridians.   For many different reasons Ki can stop flowing freely and this produces an imbalance in this flow. A session will normally last about 60 – 75 minutes. The first session will last longer as I will have to take a detailed case history of your health according to the principles of oriental medicine.
Following a diagnosis based on your lifestyle, I may employ techniques such as pressing with palms, thumbs etc., on meridians and acupuncture points.  Where applicable some stretching and if practicable rotation of limbs.   Other methodologies I may employ within your treatment, are Moxa, Cupping and Sotai within the  Shiatsu session.  These may also be stand alone treatments.
The client  remains clothed during Shiatsu and needs to wear comfortable clothing - preferably cotton e.g. ,a track  suit. Traditionally,  the client reclines on a futon at floor level, but  if  unable to be on the floor I can work  on a therapy  table or  seated in a chair. 
Conditions which have been helped by Shiatsu:

• Back pain
• Headaches & migraines
• Whiplash injuries and neck stiffness
• Joint pain
• Menstrual disorders
• Digestive problems
• Asthmatic symptoms
• Sports injuries
• Depression

Shiatsu relaxes mind and body, improves breathing and circulation, and enhances well being