{"id":546,"date":"2024-05-28T01:48:07","date_gmt":"2024-05-27T23:48:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/?page_id=546"},"modified":"2024-06-24T17:24:52","modified_gmt":"2024-06-24T15:24:52","slug":"what-is-shiatsu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/index.php\/en\/what-is-shiatsu\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Shiatsu?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Shiatsu is a <strong>Japanese discipline<\/strong>, based on traditional Chinese medicine and its system of <strong>acupuncture <\/strong>meridians, which uses pressure, stretching and mobilization to <strong>regulate the body&#8217;s energy <\/strong>and tone and relax muscles. It is a highly effective technique for reducing tension in the body and connecting with physical and emotional well-being. It is a preventive relaxation method, which helps people to maintain an <strong>integral balance<\/strong> in their lives. By being in tune with our body, mind and soul, we can prevent future ailments and illnesses. Shiatsu is an excellent tool for <strong>wellness and prevention.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Shiatsu - Isabel Ch\u00e1vez \" class=\"wp-image-346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-1639x2048.jpg 1639w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-1x1.jpg 1w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2742-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote has-small-font-size\"><blockquote><p><strong>Shiatsu can help you if you live with:<\/strong><br><strong>Muscle pains and strains * Skeletal system pains: neck, back, sciatic nerve, knees * Joint pains * Migraine <br> * Menstrual cycle disorders: endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, PMS, painful periods, PMDD<br>* Digestive disorders * Anxiety * Depression * Insomnia * Stress<\/strong><br><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Shiatsu and physical well-being\" class=\"wp-image-83\" style=\"aspect-ratio:9\/16;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2236-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Shiatsu and physical well-being<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shiatsu is a technique that focuses on improving people&#8217;s physical and emotional well-being. One of the ways Shiatsu accomplishes this is by reducing stress and physical tension. Many physical ailments, such as headaches, backaches and nausea, are related to chronic stress and tension in the body. Shiatsu works to eliminate these tensions, which in turn helps to reduce the frequency and intensity of these ailments. In addition, Shiatsu has also been shown to <strong>stimulate and strengthen the body&#8217;s immune system<\/strong>. Therefore, people who receive Shiatsu regularly are less likely to get sick and have a better recovery from illness. Finally, Shiatsu also contributes to <strong>maintaining the body&#8217;s energy balance<\/strong>, helping to reduce the risk of illness and disease. Overall, Shiatsu is a very effective technique for<strong> improving physical and emotional well-being and preventing future illness.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Shiatsu and pain management\" class=\"wp-image-102\" style=\"aspect-ratio:9\/16;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSCF2760-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Shiatsu and pain management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shiatsu is a technique that has been shown to be highly effective for pain management. The technique uses deep pressure on specific points on the body to relieve pain and improve associated symptoms, such as fatigue, irritability or insomnia. In addition, Shiatsu also has an <strong>anti-inflammatory effect<\/strong> on the body, which can help reduce inflammation and pain in certain conditions. Shiatsu promotes the <strong>secretion of pain neuromodulators in the body<\/strong>, which can help reduce the intensity of pain. Finally, Shiatsu also contributes to muscle relaxation in the body, which reduces the need for painkillers and improves quality of life. Shiatsu is an excellent method for pain management, and can <strong>significantly improve the quality of life <\/strong>for those suffering from chronic or acute pain.<br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"Shiatsu and emotional balance\" class=\"wp-image-395\" style=\"aspect-ratio:9\/16;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-2048x1638.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/isabelchavez-shiatsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSCF2609-1x1.jpg 1w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Shiatsu and emotional balance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shiatsu not only has beneficial physical effects, but also focuses on <strong>balancing emotions<\/strong> and helping to restore the balance of vital energy in the body. Shiatsu works on an emotional and psychological level to help people overcome the challenges they face in their daily lives. It helps to <strong>relieve stress and anxiety<\/strong>, as well as calm the emotional mind, allowing a return to a state of <strong>psychic balance free of stress and anxiety<\/strong>. Stress and negative emotions are often the cause of many physical and health disorders, so Shiatsu, by balancing the emotions and vital energy of the body, can help prevent the onset of ailments and improve the quality of life. Shiatsu is a holistic technique that can help people find the emotional balance they need to <strong>live a healthy and happy life.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shiatsu is a Japanese discipline, based on traditional Chinese medicine and its system of acupuncture meridians, which uses pressure, stretching and mobilization to regulate the body&#8217;s energy and tone and relax muscles. 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