Shiatsu Incorporates Lifestyle and Dietary Changes to Improve Health
Shiatsu originated in china at least 2000 years ago where the causes of illnesses were fixed by changes in diet and way of life. The use of massage and acupuncture was also recommended. The east and west have different viewpoints. Eastern belief is of a primary flow of energy through the body which runs through meridian. Shiatsu is used to treat a variety of minor problems such as insomnia, headaches and anxiety. It is said that medicine will not fix the route of the problem and Is used just as pain relief. Just one session of shiatsu will be sufficient to the problem by stimulating the flow of energy along the channels. A change of lifestyle and exercise may also be recommend.