How does Shiatsu work?

How does Shiatsu work? On the same principals as acupuncture, but no needles! Ki or Chi means Life Force and it should flow smoothly and freely in the body.  If this is the case, our Ki is strong, then our immunity is strong and can resist infection and illness!  This same energy is called Prana in yogic teachings of India. Problems arise when energy is in excess in some areas (can lead to pain) or depleted  (underactive.)  How can you tell if your Ki/Chi is low?  You won’t feel your best, simply put:

• tired, low libido
• poor digestion, elimination
• menstrual or reproductive problems
• frequent colds/allergies
• insomnia
• emotional troubles

Each person has areas of constitutional weakness and that is where problems will tend to happen.  A skilled therapist feels the flow of Ki and helps to guide the client towards balance again.  It is not just a matter of knowing a point from a book and pressing it.  One has to be able to compare the levels of flow in the meridians and plan a treatment strategy.  The practitioner also ideally is in good health and thus can access and manipulate the Chi flow.  My long term intensive practice of meditation and yoga lend me true sensitivity to energy flows within the body.  Palm and thumbs are used for pressure along with joint rotations and rocking. Overall feeling is of being supported, calm and energized, a new level of being.

To make appointment: (best way) send e-mail . Leave 3 options of days and times that work for you and I’ll get back to you soon with an appointment from your choices! Call  978.544.9849  and give info as above.  Office is in Greenfield, MA.  See FAQ for more info.