Download or read book Shiatsu Doh written by Kensen Saito and published by . This book was released on 2004-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shiatsu, which literally means 'thumb and finger pressure', is a Japanese healing art that balances the body's structure and stimulates the body to regulate its systems, restoring mental and physical health. By targeting particular pressure points, a trained shiatsu therapist can effectively treat headache, whiplash, insomnia, hypertension, constipation, diarrhoea, asthma, menstrual irregularity, back pain, stiff neck and shoulders and other stress-related problems. Toronto shiatsu master Kensen Saito, founder of the Shiatsu Academy, has seen hundreds of people benefit from this natural therapy. In Shiatsu-Doh, he tells the fascinating story of how the way of shiatsu led him from Tokyo to Toronto to establish a clinic and teaching academy and dedicate his life to helping others to find inner balance and health.
Download or read book The Book of Shiatsu written by Paul Lundberg and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-11-24 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With shiatsu (a Japanese word meaning "finger pressure") you can release and stimulate the energy flowing through your body -- using just your hands and fingers -- to awaken your body's natural healing modalities. The Book of Shiatsu is the authoritative, step-by-step guide to this uniquely effective therapy. The techniques offered are simple and can be used to treat a variety of health problems, particularly: • Arthritic conditions • Backaches • Emotional stress • Headaches and migraines • Intestinal disorders • Menstrual and reproductive problems • Muscular pain and tension Here you'll find more than 240 color drawings and photographs in a brand-new, accessible format, demonstrating how to give both whole-body and specialized massages, diagnose specific conditions, and work with the body's energy meridians to promote sustained health and well-being.
Download or read book Shiatsu Way to Health written by Toru Namikoshi and published by Kodansha. This book was released on 1988 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text presents an illustrated guide to shiatsu. Aimed at modern lifestyles, shiatsu is a simple way to relieve pain, fatigue and stress that anyone can do at home or at work.
Download or read book The Shiatsu Way to Health written by and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Practice of Shiatsu written by Sandra K. Anderson and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2007-10-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Be prepared to answer certification questions about shiatsu, and develop the skills you'll need to become a successful practitioner! This comprehensive, easy-to-use textbook covers foundational information and methods, followed by more complex theory and practice. You'll learn how the channels (meridians) affect clients' health, how to conduct assessments, how to maintain proper body mechanics during practice, how to address imbalances in each of the Five Elements, and much more. The accompanying DVD includes over 90 minutes of video showing specific applications described in the book. Workbook-style exercises and questions at the end of each chapter improve your understanding and retention of the material. A title in the Mosby's Massage Career Development Series. Comprehensive textbook introduces you to all the essentials of shiatsu, offering a complete background on the history of shiatsu, relevant Eastern philosophies and Asian bodywork concepts, the channels (meridians), and proper body mechanics. A separate Theory and Practice section explores various assessment methods and how to evaluate assessment information, techniques and positions to address imbalances in each of the Five Elements, and advanced techniques. Includes all of the helpful learning features you expect from a Mosby's Massage Career Development Series title, such as a vibrant, full-color design, chapter outlines and learning objectives, key terms, workbook sections, and a companion DVD. Authored by a leading expert and certified practitioner with a background in shiatsu education and instruction. DVD packaged with the book contains over 90 minutes of video showing specific applications and techniques performed by the author, such as qigong, basic shiatsu techniques, jitsu and kyo, basic kata, including the hara techniques, and a standard treatment session. Each video clip on the DVD is referenced in the textbook with numbered icons that direct you to particular clips on the DVD. Over 330 full-color illustrations visually represent concepts and techniques. Special quote boxes interspersed throughout each chapter, contain thoughts and proverbs from Buddha, Eleanor Roosevelt, the Dalai Lama, Helen Keller, and many others.
Download or read book Discover Shiatsu written by Catherine Sutton and published by . This book was released on 1997-09 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Shiatsu for Beginners written by Nigel Dawes and published by Prima Lifestyles. This book was released on 1995 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shiatsu for Beginners introduces American readers to the ancient Japanese system of pressure massage. Like acupuncture and acupressure, shiatsu is a healing art applied to the body's energy channels (meridians), resulting in pain relief, increased energy, and overall vitality.
Download or read book Shiatsu written by Elaine Liechti and published by Element Books, Limited. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the Japanese healing art of Shiatsu, where pressure is applied to the meridians of the body to relax, vitalize and heal. There are step-by-step instructions and an international listing of courses and classes available in Shiatsu.
Download or read book The New Book of Shiatsu written by Paul Lundberg and published by Gaia. This book was released on 2014-04-07 with total page 631 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Book of Shiatsu is the classic guide to the philosophy and practical techniques of the healing art of shiatsu. Beautifully illustrated with clear step-by-step instructions and full-colour photography, the techniques in this book will help improve your health and well-being, bring relief to a wide range of common ailments, and help you to combat stress by teaching you how to relax.
Download or read book Shiatsu written by Oliver Cowmeadow and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-04-24 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed from a traditional form of Japanese massage, Shiatsu is based upon the same philosophy and medical theory as acupuncture and other oriental healing methods. Literally translated, Shi-atsu means "finger pressure", but practitioners also use their palms, knees and forearms, and employ stretching techniques. These combine in a simple but effective form of treatment used to promote health and general well-being, as well as to cure illness and prevent future problems. In this straight-forward step-by-step guide, Oliver Cowmeadow introduces us to the ways in which Shiatsu can be beneficial to both the person giving and person receiving. Shiatsu: A Practical Introduction clearly explains: -The role of energy in Shiatsu -How to give the full body Shiatsu treatment -How to eat an energetically balanced diet to promote health -How to treat simple health problems with Shiatsu -Methods of oriental diagnosis -Common uses of acupressure points -Energy balancing exercises for yourself Oliver Cowmeadow has been teaching Shiatsu for more than 20 years and is the founder and principal of the Devon School of Shiatsu.
Download or read book The Book of Shiatsu written by Paul Lundberg and published by Atria Books. This book was released on 2014-02-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A one-of-a-kind guide to shiatsu, providing step-by-step instructions for performing this unique and effective therapy. With shiatsu (a Japanese word meaning "finger pressure") you can release and stimulate the energy flowing through your body -- using just your hands and fingers -- to awaken your body's natural healing modalities. The Book of Shiatsu is the authoritative, step-by-step guide to this uniquely effective therapy. The techniques offered are simple and can be used to treat a variety of health problems, particularly: • Arthritic conditions • Backaches • Emotional stress • Headaches and migraines • Intestinal disorders • Menstrual and reproductive problems • Muscular pain and tension Here you'll find more than 240 color drawings and photographs in a brand-new, accessible format, demonstrating how to give both whole-body and specialized massages, diagnose specific conditions, and work with the body's energy meridians to promote sustained health and well-being.
Download or read book Shiatsu for Dogs written by Pamela Hannay and published by Ja Allen. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Shiatsu treatments illustrated in this book will enable any dog owner to give their animal a complete body treatment that will relax, improve circulation, and relieve strains and stiffness. Shiatsu builds mutual confidence and communication and is of particular benefit to the older dog.
Download or read book Whole Health Shiatsu written by Shizuko Yamamoto and published by Kodansha. This book was released on 1993 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Secrets of Shiatsu written by Cathy Meeus and published by Ivy Press. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Derived from an Eastern healing tradition dating back nearly 5,0000 years, shiatsu, meaning “finger pressure”, is a relatively modern therapy that is now gaining popularity in the West. It involves improving energy flow by applying pressure to stretching, or manipulating specific parts of the body. This book explains shiatsu terminology, describes the therapeutic value of the practice, and gives step-by-step instruction on how to perform shiatsu on yourself and others. Master these complex, often subtle techniques to help treat physical complaints and bring harmony to body and mind.
Download or read book The Book of Shiatsu written by Saul Goodman and published by Avery. This book was released on 1990 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book of Shiatsu is beautifully detailed with nearly 300 clear photographs and illustrations. The book provides simple step-by-step instructions for whole body shiatsu; it points out important acupressure points for specific symptoms, and it includes exercises for developing sensitivity and touch.The Book of Shiatsu also presents techniques for assessing personal physical condition, and methods for improving personal health, including dietary suggestions. With The Book of Shiatsuclose at hand, you can experience the many unique qualities and benefits shiatsu has to offer.
Download or read book Shiatsu written by Hilary Totah and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The principles of shiatsu are rooted in the traditions of Oriental medicine, using energy channels and points similar to those in acupuncture. This book demonstrates how to master the basic treatments of classical shiatsu, as well as explaining how it can be used to treat a wide range of conditions and ailments.
Download or read book Zen Shiatsu written by Shizuto Masunaga and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1977 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An advanced, comprehensive book incorporating meditative psychology, massage and adjusting techniques into a holistic approach to health.
