Acupressure, is non-intrusive and it doesn't employ the insertion of thin needles. It does concern the stimulation of the same pattern of meridians; however these are stimulated through gentle touch.
An acupressure session typically lasts about an hour. One session is typically not enough to totally unblock a meridian, so a series of sessions are normally recommended - depending on the seriousness of the condition.

shiatsu, also known as acupressure, is a finger pressure massage technique.
That is sometimes confused with acupuncture. Shiatsu massage therapy and acupuncture are founded on Chinese meridian system. The therapist applies pressure with his thumbs, fingers, and palms to specific areas of the client's body that have been determined during an assessment period prior to the massage session. There are no needle pokes involved with Shiatsu. Massage techniques like tapping, squeezing, rubbing, and applied pressure are applied along the meridians to unblock energy blockages and reintroduce the optimal flow of ki.

Benefits of Shiatsu Massage
* Deep muscle and tissue relaxation
* Stress reduction and management
* Release toxins from body
* Dis-ease preventative
* Increased flexibility
* Improved blood circulation
* Reduces blood pressure
* Reduces mental anxiety
* Balance ki(chi)
* Calm nervousness
* Increase mental and spiritual awareness
* It feels good!

Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layer of muscular tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deeper finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fiber's of the muscles, tendons, and fascia. Deep tissue massage is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain. Deep tissue massage helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue. Deep tissue massage usually focuses on more specific areas and may casue some soreness during or right after the massage. However, if the massage is done correctly you should feel better than ever within a day or two.

Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid,uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases the circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothe the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress mangement. It also has many specific medical uses.

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