Shiatsu works directly to calm the autonomic nervous system, which has the effect of calming nervous distress and increasing resistance to stress. By promoting blood and lymph circulation, Shiatsu helps to maintain healthy muscle tone and internal organ functions, and strengthen the immune system.
(regular price $180)
60min Shiatsu massage, 15min Scalp massage
Shiatsu is a form of bodywork performed with thumbs, fingers, palms, elbows, feet and knees. Pressure is applied to all areas of the body along specific pathways called Meridian-line which is used in Traditional Oriental Medicine for acupuncture. It is understood that this technique stimulates the natural healing power of the body.
The focus of Shiatsu massage is to treat an entire meridian which is just like a highway of the qi-energy on the surface of the body. This is based on the theory that the imbalances to be addressed are based in the meridians, which require a free flow of qi-energy throughout. Thus Shiatsu can become an important aspect of preventive health care as well as treatment for existing symptoms.
Perpendicular penetration without side-to-side motion, unlike many massage techniques where movement across the surface is emphasized, Shiatsu uses penetration at each point, perpendicular to the body surface, to active the spot (“tsubo”) on the meridians.
It is known that the body has acu-pressure points called “tsubo” that can receive the pressing by the practitioner, the muscle gives way to the penetrating force to let it enter, rather than being pushed away by pressure. The result is an entirely different experience than mere finger-pressing. The practitioner is required to have the correct body position in relation to the recipient and be mindful of the technique being used.
Consistent with the basic concepts of Traditional Oriental Medicine, Shiatsu is grounded in the theory that health problems are attributed to imbalances in Yin (Negative) and Yang (Positive), disharmonies between the internal organs, and blockage to the circulation of Qi-energy (life force energy) through the meridians.
| Valentine Special Offer! |
| Massage Special A 45min Massage for Two $129 ( Regular price $200 ) |
| Massage Special B Total 105min Package for Two $199 ( Regular price $420 )Massage 60minFacial or Scalp Massage 15min |
| Our COVID-19 Policies |
| Everyone will be required to wear a mask. If you’re experiencing any symptoms of illness, please stay home. Please take your temperature before coming into the office. There will be a thermometer available in office as well, and anyone with a temperature above 100.4 cannot be treated. You will be asked to wash your hands before your appointment. Hand sanitizer will also be available. All surfaces in the treatment room will be sanitized in between each client. There will be extra time between each client to air the room out and clean effectively. Please refrain from arriving well ahead of your scheduled appointment time to help maintain social distancing practices. |
Shiatsu can be performed while the recipient lies on a massage table allowing the practitioner access from all sides and the ability to apply pressure using body weight. No massage oils or lotions are used or needed because the practitioner does not slide along the body surface, but gives a series of presses along the meridian lines.
| Valentine Special Offer! |
| Massage Special A 45min Massage for Two $129 ( Regular price $200 ) |
| Massage Special B Total 105min Package for Two $199 ( Regular price $420 )Massage 60minFacial or Scalp Massage 15min |
| Our COVID-19 Policies |
| Everyone will be required to wear a mask. If you’re experiencing any symptoms of illness, please stay home. Please take your temperature before coming into the office. There will be a thermometer available in office as well, and anyone with a temperature above 100.4 cannot be treated. You will be asked to wash your hands before your appointment. Hand sanitizer will also be available. All surfaces in the treatment room will be sanitized in between each client. There will be extra time between each client to air the room out and clean effectively. Please refrain from arriving well ahead of your scheduled appointment time to help maintain social distancing practices. |
