Topeka Natural Therapeutics

You should impart any aches, injuries, or other health conditions. Points to consider telling a therapist include potential areas of tightness or discomfort, allergies, and health conditions like pregnancy. You can also inform them upfront if you have a desire for lighter or firmer pressure. Moreover, it is not advisable to have a massage when you are feeling unwell. The practitioner will show you how to position yourself on the massage table, which will either be on your back or belly, and exit the room while you get comfortable. Shiatsu is a method of bodywork that was developed in Japan. It is akin to acupuncture, but instead of needles, the therapist applies finger pressure. Its name is derived from two Japanese words – ‘shi’ (finger) and ‘atsu’ (pressure). Shiatsu aims to bring back the healthy flow of energy within the body. It is done while wearing clothing that is loose. The therapist will use their thumbs and fingers to put pressure on specific points on the body known as meridiens. They also employ other practices such as rocking, stretches and joint movements. The shiatsu therapy is holistic, treating the whole body rather than only concentrating on the specific area where the symptoms are visible.

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