Derived from an Eastern healing tradition dating back around 5 000 years shiatsu (meaning "finger pressure") is a relatively modern therapy whcih is now gaining in popularity in the West. It involved improving energy flow via channels or medridians by applying pressure to stretching or manipulating the body. This pocket guide explains shiatsu terminology the therapeutic value of the practice and gives step-by-step instruction on how to perform shiatsu for the benefit of yourself and others. Master these complex often subtle techniques to help treat physical complaints and bring harmony to body and mind.
- ISBN10 0751312061
- ISBN13 9780751312065
- Publish Date 4 January 2001
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 17 January 2006
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- Imprint DK
- Format Paperback
- Pages 224
- Language English