Shiatsu in Leeds
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese body treatment. Trained therapists believe that energy (called Ki in Japanese) flows throughout the body through channels known as meridians.
When this natural life energy flow is altered, slowed or blocked, problems may result.
Practitioners use pressure from their hands as well as stretches and other techniques to read the body, to stimulate the flow of energy and to restore well-being.
- What can shiatsu help?
- Shiatsu in Leeds at the Good Health Centre
- Shiatsu Treatment
- What to expect
- Cautions and care
- Training and regulation
- Find out more
What can shiatsu help?
Shiatsu is used for many conditions, from injuries to asthma, migraines to menstrual cramps.
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Whiplash injuries and neck stiffness
- Joint pain, mobility problems and sports injuries
- Menstrual problems
- Digestive problems
- Asthma
- Depression and post-traumatic stress
Shiatsu in Leeds at the Good Health Centre
Dr Sonia Williams
MBE, PhD, Hon MFPH, Dip ION
Shiatsu Treatment
Shiatsu is a form of body work, your treatment will be tailored to your state of health and the symptoms you are experiencing.
Before the treatment the practitioner will ask about your medical and family history, your symptoms, your diet and lifestyle.
Treatment will involve a variety of techniques to improve your energy flow. These include gentle holding, pressing with palms, fingers, elbows, knees and feet, and where appropriate, more dynamic rotations and stretches.
What to expect
Your shiatsu treatment will take place in a peaceful and relaxing environment. Wear warm, comfortable clothing in natural fibres, preferably cotton, you will not need to undress.
It's sensible to avoid a heavy meal in the two hours before treatment and don't drink alcohol before or after treatment. Following treatment, drink plenty of water to smooth the flow of changes through the system and avoid strenuous or stressful activities.
The number of appointments needed depends on the initial reason for the consultation. Some people have a short course for a specific problem. Others find that, since shiatsu is a deeply relaxing experience, regular shiatsu sessions help to alleviate build up of stress in their daily lives.
Cautions and care
Shiatsu is not recommended for people with bone thinning or osteoporosis or low blood platelet counts.
Certain points should be avoided by the therapist in the first three months of pregnancy, particularly if there is a history of miscarriage.
Training and regulation
There are a number of professional associations that practitioners can choose to belong to, these organisations are working together as the General Shiatsu Council (GSC) to develop common standards of training, practice and ethics and one register of practitioners who all meet a required standard.
Our therapist at the Good Health Centre is fully trained and registered with the GSC.
Find out more
The General Shiatsu Council
Tel: 01780 410072
Website: www.generalshiatsucouncil.org
The Foundation for Integrated Health
www.fih.org.uk
Dr Sonia Williams website
www.happyhealthliving.co.uk
