It is a natural, manual therapy that enriches the lives of all who encounter it. Shiatsu is not merely a method of applying physical pressure to the body, but involves the total communication of therapist and patient through the use of skillful hand touch and compassion. In a shiatsu treatment, comfortable pressure is applied to all parts of the body with thumbs, palms, and elbows, and the body is gently stretched to loosen joints and muscles. Shiatsu treatments promote good health by strengthening the body and stimulating its self-healing abilities. Common conditions that shiatsu treatments have been used to help are back, neck and shoulder aches and pains, headaches, insomnia, digestive problems, and emotional stress.
People also use shiatsu to try to relieve minor health problems before they become chronic.
In Japan, shiatsu therapists follow a three-year course of study and write government licensing exams in order to practice. Shiatsu was brought to Canada in 1971 and therapists are not yet licensed. Or you can pursue the study to become an expert therapist. Reiki is an ancient healing art. The Reiki therapist works with the energy allowing it to flow into areas of the body that are in need.