Body Alliance Shiatsu

Shiatsu involves the use the therapist’s fingers, palms, knuckles, elbows, knees and feet, to apply pressure to the client’s meridians or energy pathways located throughout the body, to calm an overactive nervous system, thus improving circulation, relieving stiff muscles, and alleviating stress.

Scientific research also suggests that the pressure applied by the practitioner during the treatment encourages endorphin (the body’s natural painkiller) release. The reaction to Shiatsu varies widely from feeling invigorated and energised to feeling relaxed and sleepy.

Shiatsu Benefits

Shiatsu is commonly found useful for the following issues:

• Back pain
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Arthritis pain
• Relaxation
• Headache
• Poor digestion
• Constipation
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Insomnia
• Stress

Shiatsu is performed on a low massage table or on the floor, and as no oil is applied and the recipient remains fully clothed.