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Shiatsu
What is SHIATSU? Shiatsu, literally means: Shi = 'finger,' Atsu = 'pressure.' By definition, Shiatsu translates into 'finger pressure.' Recognized by Japanese law in 1955, and in the text book, 'Theory and Practice of Shiatsu,'1 Shiatsu is defined as the use of fingers and the palm (especially the thumbs) of an individual's hands whereby pressure is applied to specific parts on the body's surface - purposefully for the correction of bodily imbalances. Shiatsu therapy is utilized for maintaining and promoting overall health.
Furthermore, the official definition of Shiatsu was published by the medical department of the Ministry of Welfare in 1957 as: "Shiatsu technique refers to the use of fingers and the palm of one's hands to apply pressure to particular sections on the surface of the body for hte purpose of correcting imbalances of the body, and for maintaining and promoting health. It is also a method contributing to the healing of specific illnesses."
Though there is only one type of Shiatsu, there are varying derivatives of its principle techniques. Shiatsu's beginnings can be traced back to ancient Japan where it was first introduced as 'Teate.' In Japanese, 'Teate' simply means 'hands-on.' Today, it also translates into 'treatment.' The founder of Shiatsu Therapy, Tokujiro Namikoshi was only seven years old in 1912 when he discovered valuable properties of hands on touch. He realized that by using his thumbs to press on his mother's ailing body, he was able to relieve stiffness and pain. Because of these findings, he developed a method of applying pressure that was dependent upon his mother's temperature and stiffness. Due to his determination to heal his mother through his innovative techniques, she was able to make a complete recovery from her rheumatism. 2 In 1940, Shiatsu made its profound entrance into the Japanese mainstream when Mr. Namikoshi established the Japan Shiatsu School.
In Shiatsu therapy, bare hands are utilized. The surface of the body is pressed - not rubbed, stroked or pulled. The goal of Shiatsu therapy is to maintain and enhance health and promote recovery of illnesses. By stimulating the immune system and natural healing abilities, Shiatsu therapy can treat the body as a whole and helps to restore physical functions of the nervous and circulatory systems, musculoskeletal structures and internal organs as well.
A safe and effective treatment, Shiatsu therapy, is in essence, a form of natural-healing. If you would like to learn more about Shiatsu and the benefits that one can receive from Shiatsu, feel free to contact one of Holistic Junction's business members for help in healing.
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1 & 2 - Special Thanks to the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy for their contribution and information regarding this Description
Business Member directory listings in the category Shiatsu:
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Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy (North Vancouver, British Columbia)
We teach Japanese traditional Shiatsu which originated with Tokujiro Namikoshi Sensei and is defined by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan as an independent therapy.
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School of Healing Arts (San Diego, CA)
Discover Zen-Touch-A powerful and nurturing form of energetic bodywork. This innovative approach to acupressure/shiatsu massage was created by Seymour Koblin, the director of the School of Healing Arts.
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Orcutt Acupuncture & Shiatsu Clinic (Santa Maria, CA)
Shiatsu is a distinctive kind of pressure therapy designed to relieve fatigue, generate pleasant sensations and stimulate the body's natural healing powers. Click Details to learn more about Kathryn and her clinic.....
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National Holistic Institute (Emeryville, CA)
Massage therapy is an exciting & rewarding career & NHI's 720 hour program can help you have work you love as a massage therapist. We are located near San Francisco and financial aid is available to those who qualify.
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Healing Spirits Massage training Program (Boulder, CO)
Healing Spirits is a well-rounded and thorough training program offering 625-hr and 750-hr certifications in massage therapy and related bodywork.
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Windemere Institute of Healing Arts (Decorah, IA)
Windemere Institute of Healing Arts provides excellence in a variety of personal and professional development trainings, retreats, seminars, workshops, and holistic clinic services...
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Baltimore School of Massage (Baltimore, MD)
We are proud to offer a 637-hour Professional Massage Training Program and a 620-hour Professional Program in Shiatsu and Asian Bodywork. Convenient day and evening, full and part time schedules are available.
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Charles River School of Shiatsu (Arlington, MA)
The Zen Shiatsu program will enable you to become nationally certified through the NCCAOM and ultimately become licensed to practice Zen Shiatsu. The curriculum goes in depth with East Asian healing arts and integrates...
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Clinic at Healing Arts Center (Saint Louis, MO)
The Healing Arts Center offers both student and professional therapeutic massage to the general public. For details click the details button below.
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New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics (Albuquerque, NM)
Our school is a place to get a solid foundation in the principle and practice of Natural Therapeutics....
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Virginia School of Massage - Charlottesville (Charlottesville, VA)
We are proud to offer a 637-hour Professional Massage Training Program and a 620-hour Professional Program in Shiatsu and Asian Bodywork. Convenient day and evening, full and part time schedules are available.
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Windemere Institute of Healing Arts (Madison, WI)
Windemere Institute of Healing Arts provides inspiring learning environments, expert faculty, and a curriculum of study dedicated to the well-being of the body, mind, emoitons and spirit.
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East-West Healing Arts Institute (Madison, WI)
Welcome to East-West Healing Arts Institute. We are a national leader in fully integrated massage therapy training. If you're looking for...
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