Secrets of Shiatsu

Secrets of Shiatsu is the ultimate beginner's guide to Shiatsu, explaining the history and principles of the therapy, along with an illustrated step-by-step routine, and easy to follow self-treatment remedies.

Part of the updated and reformatted Secrets series, this book explores the secrets of Shiatsu, including:

• Preparing physically and mentally to give shiatsu • Basic shiatsu techniques and terminology • An extensive shiatsu routine • Shiatsu treatments to try on yourself

Derived from an Eastern healing tradition dating back nearly 2000 years, shiatsu, meaning “finger pressure”, is a relatively modern therapy that is gaining popularity in the West. It involves improving energy flow by applying pressure to stretching or manipulating specific parts of the body. This book explains shiatsu terminology, describes the therapeutic value of the practice, and gives a step-by-step instruction on how to perform shiatsu on yourself and others. Master these complex, often subtle techniques to help treat ailments such as anxiety, insomnia and back pain, and bring harmony to body and mind.

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© 2018 Ivy Press (Ebook): 9781782407140

Release date

Ebook: 30 October 2018