8th September 2010 
About Shiatsu #01

How can shiatsu help me?

Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese energy system of bodywork uitilising finger pressure. This gently adjusts the body's structure by unblocking the meridians or energy pathways and promotes the harmony essential to good health. It springs from the same oriental principles as acupuncture. In Japanes Shiatsu literally means "finger pressure"

Shiatsu seeks to:
  • Improve posture
  • Relax mind and body
  • Restore and balance energy
  • Enhance well being

    Therapeutic benefits of shiatsu are:
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Alleviates chronic stress problems
  • Balances menstrual problems
  • Addresses insomnia for a good night's sleep
  • Improves posture
  • Relieves back pain
  • Increases vitality and sense of well being

    "Seeing Angela regularly for shiatsu and acupuncture has helped me immensely with the management of my longterm health condition. She is a creative and flexible therapist and our sessions have a strong resorative effect; always leaving me feeling better and with a feeling of integration."
    LS client


    A treatment lasts about an hour and is carried out fully clothed on a futon. Please wear loose fitting clothing - jogging bottoms are ideal - and do not eat a big meal beforehand!

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