Shiatsu Minneapolis Category

If you are a Shiatsu massage therapist who has had prior training in Namikoshi Shiatsu and is looking for a review this course is for you. Namikoshi Shiatsu came about when Tokujiro Namikoshi developed the technique when as a seven year-old Japanese boy he came up with a system of pressing with his thumbs and palms on his mother who suffered from rheumatoid arthritis. He went on to create a systemized shiatsu therapy and founded the Japan Shiatsu College in 1940. He also included Western anatomy and physiology in this practice. This class will offer the simplicity of Namikoshi Shiatsu ...

Give yourself and your family and friends the opportunity to experience the benefits of a Shiatsu massage. In this course you will learn simple finger pressure techniques that are effective in relieving and preventing chronic aches, pains, and common daily ailments. Participants will learn the theories of Qi, Yin/Yang, and the Eight Principles, which are the basic theories in Traditional Chinese Medicine. You’ll also discover the basic techniques used in Shiatsu for treating the neck, back, abdomen, legs and feet. Shiatsu offers many benefits, including the relief of headaches, backaches, stiff necks, fatigue, indigestion and menstrual discomfort. While Shiatsu is a ...

Gua Sha also known as "dermal friction" that is used in facial rejuvenation. "Gua" means to scrape or rub, and "sha" is the term that refers to the blood stasis in the subcutaneous tissue. In this course, massage therapists, therapeutic bodywork professionals, and shiatsu practitioners will learn to use a gua sha board and oil. The oil is applied directly to the skin the channels are than scraped. What this does for the client is it improves their microcirculation by moving blood. Benefits of this folk therapy Gua Sha Therapy includes: Increases immunity Treats over 30 common diseases Promotes circulation ...

Staying in a hospital is stressful enough since patients are typically are typically concerned about their illness or injury. Considering their pain, anxieties, and concerns about upcoming surgeries or procedures it’s no wonder they often feel stressed. Plus, it's a strange environment with strangers who are the caregivers. These situations can cause patients to experience more pain and difficulty sleeping. Patients in the hospital experience a different type of touching than what they are used to in their personal lives. Most of that touching is caring and expressive touch. In a hospital because of the business at hand the touching ...

Shiatsu, a Japanese therapy, based on Chinese origins, means simply “finger pressure”. Shiatsu is based on relaxing the body and promoting the flow of energy (ki). It provides an overall general tonic for the client. The focus in Shiatsu is on pressure and stretching to balance the meridians. The limbs may be moved or stretched into different positions to provide access to the meridians and the ability to apply pressure. There are 12 pairs of meridians that are governed by and retain to the organs of the body. The organs are the large intestine, stomach, triple heater, small intestine, kidney, ...

Massage has long been considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It has typically been available in spas, hotels, health clubs, etc. But that’s changing! Doctors, chiropractors, and hospitals are increasingly offering massage and bodywork therapy. It's part of the current medical solution to injuries, illnesses, and physical pain. Today, massages are being offered in health clinics, physical rehabilitation centers, and hospitals. Part of the reason  is massage is increasingly being touted as an additional method to be used with standard treatments for medical conditions and situations. Research results in study after study continually are showing remarked improvement when people ...

Regular massage is the perfect addition to exercise and sports activities to keep people healthy. In historical times it was also the recommendation for all of the Roman gladiators before and after exercise. Galen, who was the chief physician to the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius recommended and implemented it for all of the gladiators. So it has a long history of preventing sports injuries and enhancing performance. This course will help you to treat the athlete client who is involved in consistent, long-term, intensive training. Competitive athletes have special bodywork needs above and beyond the casual of fitness-oriented person. They ...

Shiatsu massage therapy began in Japan, but  it originates from traditional Chinese medicine. It is an Eastern principle that the energy of life flows along channels or meridians in the body. Life in Japanese is known as ki, and in Chinese is known as qi. This massage therapy or therapeutic bodywork is used to create an unobstructed flow of qi (life) throughout the body. This promotes well-being and harmony. In Shiatsu, the energy of life qi flows through two longitudinal meridians in the body. Participants in this class will learn simple yet effective finger pressure techniques to stop, relieve, and prevent ...

CenterPoint provides flexibility by providing full and part time nationally certified programs and courses tailored to your interests. CenterPoint’s unique vision of therapeutic bodywork education unites Asian styles with Western massage therapy. CenterPoint preserves and integrates these diverse therapies. We believe that combining knowledge and skill from massage therapy and Japanese shiatsu provides the foundation for a truly therapeutic and holistic approach. We’ll work to meet your vision that might be to: Work in a therapeutic or medical setting, Work for yourself in private practice, Help people improve their health, Travel on cruise ships, work in luxury resorts Move to ...

Shiatsu for Sleep and Immune Disorders Workshop-Dr. Kaneko October 22-23, 9 am-6 pm Register by October 7  Shiatsu for immune disorders, sleep disorders, and joint pain is the focus of this two-day workshop . Saturday we will focus on immune disorders, and Sunday, the focus will be sleep disorders and joint pain. The course also includes the two-hour DaoYin class on the evening of Friday, October 21, at no extra cost. The advanced techniques taught are for bodywork professionals and massage therapists who have had one or more classes in Shiatsu Anma. Learning will take place through lecture ...