Cynthia Shuken MRSS (TT) - Shiatsu (Acupressure Massage) in Edinburgh
Ki: this symbol is a Japanese character which means "energy".
Sometimes referred to as acupressure massage or Japanese massage, shiatsu is a therapy with its roots in acupuncture, Oriental massage, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. It aims to promote health and relaxation through supporting the connection between body and mind.
Like many other forms of Oriental medicine, shiatsu addresses the whole person rather than just treating specific physical symptoms. The therapist works with the receiver to create a treatment tailored to their needs at the time of the treatment. Therefore, each session will be a little bit different; as people's energy levels and state of physical and emotional health usually varies from day to day! The therapist works with the receiver to help them understand these variations.
As in some other Oriental therapies, such as acupuncture, shiatsu helps to promote healing by working with acupressure points and with the energy in the meridians (energy channels) to create greater harmony of body, mind and emotions. It is a deeply relaxing technique, which many clients find useful for a wide range of physical conditions, as well as for stress management and other emotional imbalances.
During a treatment, the therapist exerts pressure on acupressure points and meridians using thumbs, palms, elbows and knees, while the recipient is either lying down or sitting in a comfortable position. Most shiatsu treatments generally cover the all body and include a some massage and joint manipulation, as well as working the energy points and meridians. The receiver remains fully clothed during the treatment.
Cynthia is a fully qualified Shiatsu therapist and has been a member of the register of the Shiatsu Society (UK) since 1993, and works in the Newington area of Edinburgh. She is a co-founder, teacher, and teacher-trainer in The Shiatsu School Edinburgh.
