What is Shiatsu?
A Japanese form of bodywork using finger pressure on acupuncture points.
Benefits
- Relieves chronic tension and musculoskeletal pain
- Balances the body's energy meridian system
- Supports digestive health and immune function
- Reduces headaches and fatigue
- Promotes a deep sense of wellbeing
What to Expect
Shiatsu is performed on a mat on the floor. You'll be fully clothed in comfortable, non-restrictive clothing. The practitioner uses finger, thumb, palm, and sometimes elbow pressure along the body's energy meridians, combined with stretching and joint mobilisation. Pressure is firm but adapted to your comfort. Sessions feel deeply grounding and often leave recipients relaxed yet energised.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is shiatsu painful?
- Pressure can be intense at points of tension, but good shiatsu should never feel beyond your comfort threshold. Always communicate with your practitioner.
- What's the difference between shiatsu and massage?
- Shiatsu works with the body's energy system (ki) and meridians rather than muscles alone. It's performed clothed, on the floor, and combines pressure with stretching.
- Can shiatsu help with stress?
- Yes. Shiatsu reliably activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing the physical and emotional effects of stress.