The Shiatsu It is a form of massage that has Japanese tradition, It works by mixing techniques with acupressure massage techniques with his hands and driftwood or stones, depending on the branch school massage may be more or less vigorous.
The masseur acts by massaging the energy centers that are on the central paths, to peripheral, He works for power points, melting away - via the nodes that force energy, to slide the vital fluid, scientifically that translates into the bloodstream, lymphatic and in the revitalization of the nerve centers and neurotransmission. This massage can also take action on the cell life: free lactic dalll'acido muscle joints, free of carbon monoxide cell, It allows you to clean the body, making it light and clean.
The two main operations performed are the pressure and stretching practiced with hands, elbows, knees and feet. The masseur must always remain very relaxed while applying pressure, because it must draw strength directly from your hara. The duration of a varied pressure 5 to 7 seconds, never around the neck 3 seconds. A session Shiatsu massage usually lasts about an hour.
Not infrequently for chronic diseases of the nervous system It is used to combine Shiatsu psychotherapy. The Shiatsu massage is recommended for people they inherited and concomitant chronic diseases, although it is also attractive as a simple massage drawn from them benefits and effects when the therapy is suitable for the particular. In addition to manual massage, Today there are many on the market and pillows locationsthere for the Shiatsu massage.
Benefits and contraindications
Shiatsu, as well as being a good preventive practice because it helps strengthen the body's natural defenses and stimulate its natural vitality, is indicated to anyone wishing to relieve ailments such: muscle aches, articolar pains, postural problems.
Shiatsu rebalances the body in depth. The technique works overall harmony of the person. It has good effects on anxiety and stress, reduces the typical symptoms of depression. It can be an alternative or help in the case of: head problems, neck and back, stiffening of the joints, anxiety-inducing contractures from sports or work.
Other benefits: improvement of the relationship with others through contact, relaxation of rigidity and tensions excessive, improve gait and posture, enhance motor skills, alleviate the consequences of trauma of various nature, increase the knowledge and the control of their bodies, restore 'energy balance of the body.
Shiatsu should not be practiced on people with contagious diseases, serious heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, bleeding, ulcers, cancer, fractures.
The treatment is aimed at all young and old, sports and sedentary, also it is helpful during pregnancy to alleviate any ailments typical of this period. For each type of problem of the person will be carried out the most suitable type of treatment. The Shiatsu benefits lead to a level of overall well being, positively stimulates all who are involved.