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Where did body massage originate from?
The answer to that goes so far back in history that it is well known that almost every culture that exists, or is known to exist, had some form of massage as part of their healing arts.
What is the princple of massage history?
The principle of massage history is to have a record of the development of massage therapy over time for educational purposes.
When was massage therapy first used?
the first recorded use of massage was about 3000 BC in china. the Chinese called there technique amma. the Japanese, the Greek's, and the Romans's, also used massage, then in modern times Per Henrik ( 1776-1839 ) was from Sweden and the massage he used is now known as Swedish massage
Where do puppets originate from?
It is said that puppets originate from India, but no one actually knows where they originate from!
Where do poinsettias originate from?
Poinsettias originate from Mexico.
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).
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.
On what sort of surface is shiatsu usually done on?
Shiatsu is a Japanese traditional massage that involves applying pressure to different points of the body. Although unable to find a definitive answer one would believe that a massage table would be used in order to perform Shiatsu.
