Shiatsu: ‘finger pressure’
This is the literal translation of this ancient oriental healing art. It works on specific parts of the body - channels called meridians - to correct the imbalances of the body’s vital energy, caused by mental or physical ill health.
Relaxing as a treatment, fascinating to practice and beneficial for
• Loosening body tension
• Relaxing muscles and tendons
• Stimulating internal body organs
• Restoring energy and vitality
• Unwinding the mind
• Reinforcing the immune and neuro-vegative systems
Shiatsu is an art which aims at preventing and transforming any psychophysical imbalance, creates harmony and allows for the full expression of the human potential.
Thanks to these qualities, the art of Shiatsu spread rapidly throughout the USA and Europe from the 1970’s until it was officially recognized by the European parliament.
Nowadays in Italy it is more and more sought after and is even practiced in public hospitals.