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Shiatsu Massage
This is a finger pressure massage technique also known as acupressure (NOT to be confused with acupuncture - although it is based on the same Chinese meridian system).
Thumbs, fingers and palms are used by the therapist to apply pressure to various parts of your body that have been decided upon during the assessment prior to the commencement of the massage session.
The techniques used can involve tapping, rubbing, squeezing and applied pressure along meridians.
Benefits:
Deep muscle and tissue relaxation
Reduces blood pressure
Stress reduction
Reduces mental anxiety
Calms the nerves
Increases mental and spiritual awareness
Gives a sense of well-being.
Releases toxins from the body
Improves circulation
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