About Shiatsu

Shiatsu, is a physical therapy that originated in Japan, that works with the client’s vitality and sense of connectedness. There are many variations of Shiatsu. In the west, most are based on Classical Chinese Medicine and incorporate and utilise the Meridian system used in Qigong, Acupuncture and Massage for centuries. Shiatsu is a holistic therapy which arose out of Anma and in Japan was often performed by blind practitioners who because of their heightened senses, could work intuitively to alleviate discomfort and disease.

Movement Shiatsu involves a range of different techniques such as joint mobilisation, pressure, stretching and holding various parts of the body. To read more about this specific technique please see here.