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Balance Probiotic Review Shiatsu originated in China at least
2000 years ago, when the the earliest accounts gave the causes of
ailments and the remedies that could be effected through a change of
diet and the way of life. The use of massage and acupuncture was also
recommended. The Japanese also were practitioners of this massage
after it had been introduced into that country and it was known as
anma. The therapy that is known today as shiatsu has evolved with
time from anma under influences from both the East and the West. It
is only recently that it has gained full recognition and popularity,
with people becoming aware of its existence and its benefits.
Although
East and West have different viewpoints on health and life these can
complement each other. The Eastern belief is of a primary flow of
energy throughout the body, which runs along certain channels that
are known as meridians. It is also believed that this energy exists
throughout the universe and that all living creatures are dependent
upon it as much as on physical nourishment. The energy is known by
three similar names, ki, chi and prana in Japan, China and India
respectively. As in acupuncture, there are certain pressure points on
the meridians that relate to certain organs and these points are
known as tsubos.
Shiatsu
can be used to treat a number of minor problems such as insomnia,
headaches, anxiety and back pain. Western medicine may be unable to
find a physical cause for a problem and although some pain relief may
be provided, the underlying cause of the problem may not be cured. It
is possible that one session of shiatsu may be sufficient to remedy
the problem by stimulating the flow of energy along the channels.
Implementing an exercise regime with a change of diet and lifestyle
may also be recommended. Shiatsu can encourage a general feeling of
good health in the whole person and not just in the physical sense.
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