Shiatsu Massage
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As with many other Chinese and Japanese concepts, the Shiatsu works with the principal of bringing the Qi ("chee") balanced in the body. This energy source within the body is believed to control the functions of the body. When the channels or meridians of Qi within the body are blocked, both the body and mind are thought to be weak and susceptible to illness as well as fatigue. Imbalanced Qi can cause daily headaches, muscle pain, insomnia and digestive problems.
Those taking part in Shiatsu might also enjoy relief from some of the symptoms relating to illnesses such as nausea, muscle aches, skin sensitivity and cognitive function. With a free-flowing Qi, the body can react and better manage fending off some of the issues that might arise. Shiatsu can help the body heal faster and therefore allow it to better protect itself against disease and injury.
A Shiatsu massage therapist will first evaluate the individual to determine what their state of Qi is. This allows him or her to understand better what needs to be addressed and how to best help the individual. Often the first step will be for the professional to reduce the stress or anxiety level in the individual. This might include tapping, applying pressure to the neck and shoulders, or kneading. Determining the root of the problem is a vital part of getting the most effective treatment.
Once the unwanted energy is reduced, the therapist can better work to balance the Qi. The therapist might use fingers, palms, elbows or even their feet in order to apply the right amount of pressure directly to the affected area. Initially, this may seem uncomfortable, but once regular visits will provide relief from these feelings. The best results from this treatment are often achieved by repetition. Frequent visits to someone like Eugene Wood LMT can balance your Qi and allow you to heal from injury faster, think better and avoid illness.
Individuals with a risky or demanding job or those in situations that require they exert more energy regularly are at greater risk for health issues. Regular Shiatsu treatments can provide those individuals with a better ability to handle stress and to move past illness that might come along. It also assists with the brain's ability to make decisions and get the rest necessary to cope on a daily basis. Through the use of pressure points along the meridians of Qi throughout the body, it is useful in giving the patient the proper balance required to function more fully and achieve better health.
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Shiatsu massage is one of the most widely utilized techniques throughout the United States and Japan. The non-invasive process allows individuals to enjoy relief from pain, discomfort, and stress with little feelings of unease that can often come with other massage techniques. The length of time for a session will vary depending on the needs of the individual seeking treatment and what they hope to accomplish with the process. Many sessions last approximately an hour and frequent sessions will do the most good.
The more relaxed the muscles of the body are, the better the Qi will flow, and the body will become in tune with the mind. These techniques alone or combined with such techniques as acupressure
or acupuncture can bring peace to the mind and help the body to cope with the stresses that it might face in daily life.
