Rules to Keep in Mind During the Practice of Shiatsu
When you decide to begin practicing shiatsu, always dress in loose fit, comfortable clothing that is made of natural as opposed to synthetic fibers.
Shiatsu is an excellent pain reliever for many health conditions such as stress related disorders, endometriosis, menopause (and accompanying symptoms), and constipation. Shiatsu can decrease both the level of fatigue (or tsubo) and stress that has built up in the human body and it can
improve the circulation of both lymph as well as blood in the body. Shiatsu helps to decrease the stiffness of muscles and joints and it is lowers blood pressure. Shiatsu also helps to improve a person's level of energy (or qi), vitality and stamina.
When you decide to begin practicing shiatsu, always dress in loose fit, comfortable clothing that is made of natural as opposed to synthetic fibers. Doing this helps to encourage the flow of positive energy in the body or what is referred to as "ki." Always make sure you practice shiatsu in a room that has plenty of empty space and is uncluttered, clean and very neat. Also make sure the room you practice in is warm and quiet. If you do not do these things then it can have a negative impact on the flow of energy.
The patient of the practice of shiatsu should lie on the floor for the treatment. It is recommended that the person lie on a futon (which is also a quilted form of a Japanese mattress) or else a floor mat. If the patient needs pillows and/or cushions in order to be as comfortable as possible then they are permissible. It is always important to be as comfortable as possible when you are having a shiatsu treatment. Shiatsu is not good to have after a large meal has been eaten as it is better after a light meal or preferably when the stomach is empty. This is most important fro the receiver of the treatment but the same cane be said fro the person who gives the shiatsu treatment as well. It is best to wait a number of hours after a large meal to have shiatsu or to perform it on another person. Another option is to do it before the meal has been eaten.
Today's Holistic Tip for PainChinese HolisticShiatsu makes it possible to encourage the energy flow along all channels of the body. After practicing shiatsu it is highly recommended by alternative healthcare practitioners that you make some healthy alterations to your daily diet and incorporate as much exercise into your life as possible.
Be aware that shiatsu brings on a tremendous relaxation response in the body and through that it elicits a healing reaction to kick into gear. It is common to experience symptoms after practicing shiatsu such as the feeling that you are coming down with the flu or a head cold accompanied by aches and pains as well as headaches. This may not be comfortable but it is very normal and is the body's way of ridding itself of toxins so do not be alarmed if you develop these types of symptoms.
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Shiatsu is not recommended for those who have varicose veins but if it is performed on a person with these kinds of veins then make sure no pressure is exerted on the sore and swollen veins. In turn no shiatsu pressure should ever be applied to injuries or traumas to the body such as cuts, tears, bruises or breaks in muscles or bones.
Be aware that shiatsu is perfectly safe for women who are pregnant, however there are four areas of the body that should be avoided for sure as these areas include the stomach, the legs from the knees and down to the feet, the area at the left and right side of the neck where the shoulder begins and the fleshy area of the skin that is a web like and is located between the thumb and the index finger. It is important to let the shiatsu practitioner that you are pregnant or that you could be pregnant. It is always important that a person about to engage in a shiatsu treatment be both relaxed and as calm as possible.
Shiatsu is a generally safe practice but it should not be performed on everyone. Individuals who suffer from serious health diseases such as cancer, multiple sclerosis and heart disorder should not engage in shiatsu. In some cases an experienced shiatsu practitioner can work on a person with a serious disease but only if he or she has been apprized of the person's health situation and their prognosis. Holistic Cures for Pain
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