Finding the TSUBO (6): “Chu-Kan” (Conception Vessel #12) “Chu-Kan” means “the mid-stomach”. Location: In the middle of the abdomen, midway between the navel and the pit of the sternum (chest bone). For: Loss of appetite, Fatigue, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation. Technique: Press downward and inward, softly, with palm or hand for 10-15 sec., three times.
Finding the TSUBO (5)
“Dan-Chu” (Conception Vessel #17)
“Dan-Chu” means “the center of the chest”.
Location: Middle of the sternum at the level of the nipples.
For: Asthma, High blood pressure, Chill, Chest pain.
Technique: Press softly inward with two thumbs for 10-15 seconds, three times.
Finding the TSUBO (4): Ten-Su (Stomach Meridian #25) Ten-Su means the center of the Universe. Location: Three fingers to either lateral side of the navel. For: Better stomach condition, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Constipation. Tec.: Press inward gradually and deeply with 3 fingers for 10-15 seconds, three times.
Finding the TSUBO (3):
“Fu-Shi” (Gallbladder Meridian #31)
“Fu-Shi” means “Wind Market”.
Location: On the outside of the thigh at the tip of the middle finger when the arms are straight down.
For: Circulation in legs, Tired legs, Lower back pain.
Technique: Press inward gradually and deeply for 10-15 seconds, three times.
Finding the TSUBO (2):
“Ki-Kai” (Conception Vessel #6)
Ki-Kai means the ocean of the Chi-energy.
Location: In the lower abdomen, two fingers below the navel on the center line of the body.
For: Fatigue, Dizziness, Cold, Stomach pain
Technique: Press inward gradually and deeply with 2-3 fingers for 10-15 seconds, three times.
Finding the TSUBO (1)
Dou-Shi-Ryo (Gallbladder #1)
Location: Next to outer corner of the eye, on the temple.
For: Eye problems, Headache
Technique: Press the TSUBO inward 10-15 seconds, three times. Do not put strong pressure all at once, but rather slowly increase your fingers pressure.
Deep tissue massage therapy is similar to Swedish massage, but the deeper pressure is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints).
A study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that people’s blood pressure fell after a single 45 to 60 minute deep tissue massage. Additionally, a 2010 meta-analysis in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found that massage modalities like deep tissue reduce stress hormone levels and heart rate while boosting mood and relaxation by triggering the release of oxytocin and serotonin.
Please talk with your professional massage therapist to see if a deep tissue massage therapy would be beneficial for you.
