Shiatsu (/ ʃiˈæts -, - ˈɑːtsuː / shee-AT-, -⁠AHT-soo; [1] 指圧) is a form of Japanese bodywork based on concepts in traditional Chinese medicine such as qi meridians.

Jan 4, 2025 · Shiatsu — a Japanese word that translates to “finger pressure” — is a type of bodywork where the thumbs, palms, fingers, elbows — and sometimes also the feet and knees — are used to …

Shiatsu is a form of therapeutic bodywork from Japan. It uses kneading, pressing, soothing, tapping, and stretching techniques and is performed without oils through light, comfortable clothing.

May 10, 2022 · Shiatsu is a form of massage that utilizes the hands, thumb, or other body parts, to apply direct pressure on various points or channels in the body.

Shiatsu, the most widely known form of acupressure, literally means “finger pressure” in Japanese. Like acupuncture, shiatsu is based on the holistic system of traditional Chinese medicine, where illness is …

Aug 10, 2023 · Shiatsu is a style of massage that involves a therapist applying pressure through a combination of techniques, such as kneading, soothing, tapping, pressing and stretching.

Often confused with traditional massage or acupressure, Shiatsu is a standalone practice that uses a combination of gentle pressure, manipulation and stretching to help maintain, restore and enhance …