SHIATSU

Shiatsu – which is becoming an extremely popular form of therapy -is a form of pressure point massage that is carried out without oils.  (In fact, you wear comfortable clothing throughout.)  It was developed in Japan early in the 20th Century.

Your practitioner will use fingers, thumbs, elbows, knees and even feet in a combination of massage techniques, applying pressure to key points to stimulate and influence energy flow in the body.  The treatment should leave you feeling relaxed but invigorated, and a series of Shiatsu treatments can help alleviate the build-up of stress and dis-ease in our daily lives.  From the first session, you should feel a lightness in body and mind.

This form of massage is believed to help regulate the hormonal system and the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid, to relieve muscle tension, and to promote a deep sense of relaxation and wellbeing.  It has been found useful for the following…

•  Arthritis and other musculo-skeletal problems
•  Sciatica
•  Joint pain and reduced mobility
•  Whiplash and neck stiffness
•  Sports-related injuries
•  Headaches and migraines
•  Anxiety and panic attacks
•  Depression
•  Menstrual problems
•  Fatigue disorders
•  Insomnia
•  Digestive disorders
•  Period pains
•  Asthma
•  Circulatory problems

How to get the most out of your Shiatsu treatment
•  Please bring or wear loose, warm, comfortable clothing, preferably cotton, e.g. sweatshirt,
tracksuit trousers and cotton socks
•  Do not eat heavily in the two hours before your treatment
•  Do not drink alcohol before or after your treatment
•  After treatment, drink some water to smooth the flow of changes through the system
•  If at all possible avoid strenuous or stressful activities after your session
•  Please do not wear perfume, cologne or aftershave

When is Shiatsu available at 44 Wellington Square?
Shiatsu is practised at Wellington Square Natural Health by the following practitioners:

Valerie Dobson offers this therapy at Wellington Square on Monday and Thursday from 2 p.m. -
6 p.m. (last appointment 5 p.m.), and on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (last appointment midday).  Valerie works on a massage couch.

Prices
Valerie Dobson – £40 for a one-hour session;  the first session will last one and a quarter hours, but will also be £40.  Be sure to mention to our Reception staff if this is your first session with Valerie.

 

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