SHIATSU MASSAGE

Shiatsu is a Japanese form of massage therapy quite similar to acupressure; the word shiatsu literally means "finger pressure." As with acupressure, the concepts of shiatsu hold that it can promote health and facilitate healing by correcting energy imbalances in the body. These imbalances are corrected by applying pressure to specific points along channels in the body known as meridians. Shiatsu is usually delivered with the thumbs. However, some practitioners will use their fingers, palms and elbows. Many fall gently asleep before their session is over.