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Erlebe Shiatsu

Experience Shiatsu

Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese massage based on the teaching of life energy. It is performed with the hands, elbows, knees and feet and aims to harmonize the flow of energy in the body and release blockages.

Shiatsu as a supplement to conventional medicine
Shiatsu can be used as a supplement to conventional medicine and can be supportive against acute and chronic diseases.  It can help to improve the effect of medication and reduce the side effects.

History of Shiatsu
Shiatsu has its origins in Chinese acupuncture and acupressure. It is believed to have been practiced in Japan over 2000 years ago.

Principles of Shiatsu
Shiatsu is based on the assumption that the body has energy pathways (meridians) through which life energy flows. When the flow of energy is disturbed, this can lead to physical and mental discomfort.
Shiatsu treatments are designed to help harmonize the flow of energy and remove blockages. This is done by gently pressing and stretching muscles, tendons and connective tissue. Shiatsu works on both the physical and mental levels. Shiatsu for back pain is a good alternative to a massage.

The actual treatment usually lasts 60 minutes. The therapist uses various techniques to harmonize the energy flow. These include
 

  •  Acupressure: targeted pressing of specific points on the meridians,

  • Meridian treatment: gentle stretching and rolling of the meridians,

  • Muscle treatment: gentle stretching and loosening of muscles,

  • Fascia treatment: gentle stretching and loosening of connective tissue,

  • Breathwork: instruction in deep and relaxed breathing.

Effects of Shiatsu
Shiatsu has a variety of positive effects on the body and psyche.
 

  • It can help,

  • relieve pain,

  • improve blood circulation

  • strengthen the immune system,

  • reduce stress,

  • improve concentration,

  • improve the quality of sleep,

  • activate the self-healing powers of the body.


Application of Shiatsu
Shiatsu treatments are usually performed on a mat (futon). The patient lies clothed on his back, stomach or side. The therapist uses his hands, elbows, knees and feet to apply gentle pressure.
The treatment starts with a short anamnesis, in which the therapist asks the patient about his complaints and health limitations. Then the patient's body is examined to analyze the energy flows.

Indications for Shiatsu
Shiatsu can be used for a variety of ailments. These includes
 

  •     Back pain,

  •     neck pain,

  •     headaches,

  •     migraines,

  •     menstrual cramps,

  •     digestive disorders,

  •     sleep disorders,

  •     stress,

  •     anxiety,

  •     depression.

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