Shiatsu Massage

Description

Shiatsu is a traditional hands-on Japanese massage therapy, which is closely related to acupuncture. Shiatsu stimulates the body’s vital energy (Chi), which flows through the body along specific energy channels.

Pressure is applied using the hands or fingers, as well as stretching and gentle rotation of joints, in order to energise areas of need or dispersing energy where it is blocked. This stimulates the body’s natural healing power to restore balance and health.
The practitioner may also give advice on diet, exercise and lifestyle, encouraging greater independence in health matters. The treatment takes place on a padded floor mat. It is best to wear loose clothing (such as jogging pants and a T-shirt) for this treatment as you will remain fully clothed during the treatment;

Shiatsu Can Help With

• asthma & breathing problems
• neck & shoulder problems
• back problems
• body aches, pain & tension
• joint pain
• sprains & injuries
• stress, anxiety & depression
• insomnia & sleep disorders
• fatigue & weakness
• digestive disorders
• menstrual problems
• during pregnancy
• relaxation

Therapists:

• Emerson Bastos More Emerson Bastos graduated in 1996 after 3 years of training with the BSS-D0 and has been in full-time practice since. he has been working with immune system related conditions for over 12 years in hospitals/drop-in clinics. He has incorporated in his practice other techniques moxibustion, Sei Tai (body alignment), Cranial Sacrum, Cupping, Thai massage, which he uses when appropriate. Emerson Bastos has been involved with complementary therapies since 1989 when he studied acupressure which led him to subsequently study Shiatsu and become a practitioner. he has a degree in P.E., and he has been teaching Shiatsu since 2000.