Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese therapy that has its roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

 Shiatsu uses the same system as acupuncture but no needles are used- it is an extremely relaxing treatment that can help you fully unwind.

Shiatsu is a form of Japanese bodywork therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the body using the thumbs, fingers, palms, elbows, or knees. The word "shiatsu" translates to "finger pressure" in Japanese.

Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine principles, particularly those of acupuncture, shiatsu aims to balance the flow of energy, or "qi" (pronounced "chee"), within the body's meridians or energy pathways. Practitioners believe that when the flow of qi is disrupted or imbalanced, it can lead to physical or emotional ailments. By applying pressure to specific points along the body's meridians, shiatsu is thought to promote relaxation, alleviate stress, relieve tension, and support overall well-being.

Shiatsu sessions typically take place on a floor mat or a futon and may involve gentle stretching and joint manipulation in addition to pressure point therapy. It's often performed fully clothed, making it accessible and comfortable for many people.

Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese therapy that has its roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

A full body massage is a therapeutic practice where a massage therapist manipulates the soft tissues of the entire body to promote relaxation, relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and enhance overall well-being. During a full body massage, the therapist typically addresses areas such as the back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, and feet, employing various massage techniques.

The session usually begins with the client lying face down on a massage table, although some variations might involve sitting or lying in different positions. The therapist applies oil or lotion to the skin to reduce friction and may use their hands, fingers, elbows, forearms, to deliver different levels of pressure and manipulation.

The goal of a full body massage is not only physical relaxation but also mental and emotional relaxation, providing a holistic experience that promotes stress relief and rejuvenation.

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Shiatsu is a healing treatment that is carried out on a mat on the floor. The client is fully clothed. Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese therapy that has its roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Shiatsu uses the same system as acupuncture but no needles are used- it is an extremely relaxing treatment that can help you fully unwind. Shiatsu can help to support a wide range of health conditions- both physical and mental. The practitioner does an initial 'diagnosis'- identifying the 'meridians' that are most out of balance. The treatment is then a balancing act of tonifying some areas of the body, and releasing other areas using finger pressure. This helps to reduce pain and other types of discomfort. Shiatsu is energy based but it is also a form of bodywork, and varying degrees of pressure can be used. The practitioner- a little like a perfume maker who has trained their nose for smell, is experienced in sensing where there are blockages and deficient areas within the body. Shiatsu works on all levels of a person- the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual.

Shiatsu is suitable for anyone. People come for treatments as maintenance or to address a particular health condition or issue in their life. Shiatsu is suitable for any age - under 18s must have consent from a parent or guardian.

Treatments are fully clothed. We begin with a consultation and a diagnosis to check which ‘meridians’ are out of balance. Sometimes time is spent in talking therapy, using various counselling techniques if there is a particular issue that the client wishes to discuss. The client then relaxes on the mat and the practitioner will use varying pressures to give a relaxing and healing treatment. The ‘post Shiatsu’ feeling is difficult to describe but there is a lovely feeling of being more relaxed, grounded and in balance

Some people come for one off treatments, some people come on a regular basis for maintenance and others come for a block of treatments to address a particular condition.

Bring something loose and comfortable to change into if possible.

Sessions are £55 for an hour.

People from all walks of life come for Shiatsu treatments. This includes People who want a space to fully relax every couple of weeks, people with anxiety or depression, people with health conditions such as consistent migraines, ME, IBS. People also come if they have joint pain that has not gone away with traditional approaches.

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