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What is shiatsu massage therapy?
Shiatsu is a Japanese form of acupressure.
What is the scientific name for a shiatsu?
The scientific name for shiatsu massage therapy is "shiatsu therapy" or "shiatsu massage." It is a form of Japanese bodywork based on the theoretical framework of traditional Chinese medicine.
How do you spell shiatsu?
That is the correct spelling of "shiatsu" (Japanese finger-pressure massage).
Where does shiatsu massage originate from?
japen
What type of pressure is applied in shiatsu massage?
Shiatsu is Japanese massage using a deeper pressure (deeper than the most common type of massage in the U.S.-Swedish massage) and in which the therapist presses with fingers, thumbs, palms, forearms, and sometimes feet. Shiatsu may be practiced on a floor mat or massage table.
What is the name of Japanese massage?
Shiatsu / 指圧
What has the author Carola Beresford-Cooke written?
Carola Beresford-Cooke has written: 'Massage' -- subject(s): Massage 'Shiatsu theory and practice' -- subject(s): Acupressure, Massage 'Teoria y Practica del Shiatsu (Masaje)' 'Shiatsu theory and practice' -- subject(s): Acupressure
What animal do shiatsu's belong to?
Shih Tzu is a Chinese breed of dog, whereas Shiatsu is a style of Japanese massage.
Where can one purchase a Shiatsu massage chair?
There are many places a Shiatsu massage chair can be purchased from. Some department stores have these available, also they can be purchased online from Amazon and eBay.
What will shiatsu be like without the concept of qi?
Hi, I'm a shiatsu therapist, so I feel qualified to answer this. Without the concept of Qi, the treatment would be exactly the same, as Shiatsu is defined by the techniques used. Without the existence of Qi (which is what I think you are getting it) a Shiatsu would be more like a sports massage, physiotherapy massage or deep tissue massage, as they are 'similar' in technique... but only loosely.
What language is shiatsu?
Shiatsu is Japanese and means 'Finger Pressure' It is a form of acupressure massage, not to be confused with the Shih Tzu dog...
What is the Japanese style of massage that uses finger pressure?
In Japan, unlike other countries in the world, Shiatsu is regulated whereas Oil massage and Thai massage are not. Another type of massage practised in Japan is Anma which involves kneading and deep tissue work.
