Shiatsu massage, also known as acupressure, is a point-pressure massage using the fingers. It is designed to help regulate the flow of energy within the body. During a shiatsu massage, thumb, fingers, palms or feet to the body apply pressure. This type of massage helps produce a deep relaxation increases energy levels and brings balance to the body.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(36) Tai-en [ Lung Meridian #9 ]
Location: In the fold of the wrist, on the indentation below the thumb, where a small pulse can be felt.
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.
For: Cough, Sore throat, Painful breathing, Running nose.
*The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(35) Cho-e [ Gallbladder Meridian #2 ]
Location: Just below the tsubo(34)=Cho-kyu (in front of the middle of the ear, on the pit which appears when you open your mouth).
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.
For: Ringing in the ear.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(34) Cho-kyu [ Small Intestine Meridian #19 ]
Location: In front of the middle of the ear, on the pit which appears when you open your mouth.
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.
For: Ringing in the ear.
*The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(33) In-ryo-sen [ Spleen Meridian # ]
Location: On the inside of the leg, at the top of the shinbone, 4 fingers below the kneecap.
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.
For: Knee pain, Loss of appetite, Impotency.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(32) Sho-sho [ Lung Meridian #11 ]
Location: On outside of the thumb, 1/10 inch to the base of the nail.
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.
For: Cough, Sore throat, Painful breathing.
Finding the TSUBO (31) in Shiatsu Massage
*The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(31) Chi-so [ Stomach Meridian #4 ]
Location: On the line directly below the pupils (the center of the eyes), parallel to the corner of the mouth.
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.
For: Facial tension, Facial pain, Toothache.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(30) Kei-mon [ Gallbladder Meridian #25 ]
Location: Just below the twelfth rib on the back, toward the side of the torso.
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.
For: Stomach ache, Digestive problems, Vomiting.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(29) Jitsu-getsu [ Gallbladder Meridian #24 ]
Location: Below the nipple, between seventh and eighth ribs.
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.
For: Gallbladder ailments.
The technique of the TSUBO in Shiatsu massage.
(28) Nai-kan [ Pericardium Meridian #6 ]
Location: On the forearm, 3 fingers above the wrist hold, in between the two tendons in the wrist.
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.
For: Nausea, Insomnia, Vomiting, Chest pain, Palpitation.
