Healing properties of the massage happened at least once to experience each person. Unusual shiatsu massage, based on the ancient Chinese technique of pressing certain energy points, combines the effectiveness of a conventional massage with a unique relaxing acupressure.
The onset of massage
Initially, this kind of massage originated in China, but then its technique was quickly intercepted by the Japanese, perfected it and turned into a unique healing technique. Literally shiatsu is translated as "pressure by fingers", due to what it is often confused with the usual point massage. In fact, Japanese shiatsu massage, in addition to various methods of pressure on special points, suggests the use of other ways of relaxation in the form of stroking, stretching and light massage movements in tandem with proper breathing.
Basic principles of performing shiatsu massage
The main goal of classical shiatsu massage is to achieve a complete energy balance in the human body. For this, the technique is applied to the points located along the so-called energy meridians, or channels. Pressure, friction, mild heating and other various ways of influencing energy points allow you to control the movement of energy and direct it to the right track.
To conduct a shiatsu massage session, the points on the body do not require the application of any oil or cream. You can even not take off your clothes, if it is free enough and does not hamper the movement. As a rule, shiatsu massage is done lying on a low couch or on the floor, however in some cases it is permissible to perform such a massage while sitting or standing.
Types of Shiatsu Massage
There are many different variations of such a unique ancient massage, but most often distinguish the following:
- Massage of feet shiatsu , which is one of the most effective, because on the legs of a person is located the largest number of energy points responsible for all internal organs.
- Massage of the whole body on the basis of shiatsu technique, which allows to cope with various malfunctions in the body, eliminate the consequences of injuries, fractures and sprains, relieve chronic stress, and harmonize the activity of all internal organs.
- Back massage Shiatsu . This type of massage is most often used to get rid of problems with the spine, rehabilitation of the back after trauma, as well as removal of resistant muscle clamps.
- Shiatsu massage for the chest . It is relevant only for men, since women have contraindications to this type of massage due to the physiological characteristics of the structure.
- Shiatsu massage of the head , indispensable for disorders of cerebral circulation, as well as for the treatment of all sorts of psychological problems, getting rid of stress and fatigue.
Japanese Shiatsu Face Massage
Separately, we should talk about the use of massage techniques shiatsu in the care of the face, which provides a persistent relaxation of not only facial muscles, but also deeper muscles. Due to this it is possible to achieve:
- pronounced effect of rejuvenation;
- the disappearance of headaches caused by nervous overexertion;
- harmonization of the emotional background;
- elimination of stagnant phenomena in the face (sinusitis, inflammation of the nasal sinuses, otitis light degree, etc.).
To perform such a massage it is very important to know the correct location of all active points, as well as to take into account the individual features of the structure of the face. To cope with such a difficult task can only an experienced specialist practicing acupressure shiatsu is not one year.
Contraindications to shiatsu massage
Despite all the benefits of Japanese acupressure in shiatsu technique, the following contraindications are available for its implementation:
- presence of any inflammatory skin diseases, as well as too vulnerable and sensitive skin;
- tendency to bruising and bruising;
- pregnancy and breast-feeding;
- presence of benign and malignant tumors.
In any case, before registering for a shiatsu massage session, it is best to consult a therapist and other treating physicians.