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Shiatsu Theory and Practice: A Comprehensive Text for the Student & Professional
Carola Beresford-Cooke

Product Description:
This book provides a clear and complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen Shiatsu, presenting vivid detail on the theoretical foundations of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and five element theory. It offers remarkably clear, high-quality illustrations and photos that support text discussions. The all-encompassing 2nd Edition takes the reader through an exploration of the various approaches to treatment routines, with case studies, explanations, and step-by-step descriptions of techniques.

The Complete Book of Shiatsu Therapy

Toru Namikoshi

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In this compact, exhaustive, scientifically oriented text and guidebook, Toru Namikoshi for once and all discredits erroneous interpretations that confuse Shiatsu therapy with traditional Japanese amma massage it as limited within the framework of ancient oriental medical thought and unrelated to modern medical science.  By proving that Shiatsu rests firmly on a medical scientific basis and on thorough physiological and somatological  understanding, he sets it completely apart from the many superficial health regimens currently popular in many parts of the world.

Do-It-Yourself Shiatsu: How to Perform the Ancient Japanese Art of Acupressure
Wataru Ohashi

Product Description:
A growing number of Americans are discovering the pleasurable and therapeutic uses of shiatsu, a Japanese method of acupressure. In Do-It-Yourself Shiatsu, Ohashi, one of the most knowledgeable and well-known U.S.-based shiatsu experts, offers step-by-step instruction on how to perform shiatsu at home. Ohashi, who has taught and practiced shiatsu for more than thirty years, focuses on common ailments faced here in the West. He provides clear explanations of all technical terms and helpful photographs throughout to illustrate shiatsu techniques and locations of pressure points. Also included are explanations of special shiatsu exercises, designed to keep energy flowing through the body, and a new preface by the author.

The Book of Shiatsu: A Complete Guide to Using Hand Pressure & Gentle Manipulation to Improve Your Health, Vitality & Stamina
Paul Lundberg

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With shiatsu (a Japanese word meaning "finger pressure") you can release and stimulate the energy flowing through your body -- using just your hands and fingers -- to awaken your body's natural healing modalities. The Book of Shiatsu is the authoritative, step-by-step guide to this uniquely effective therapy. The techniques offered are simple and can be used to treat a variety of health problems, particularly:

• Arthritic conditions
• Backaches
• Emotional stress
• Headaches and migraines
• Intestinal disorders
• Menstrual and reproductive problems
• Muscular pain and tension

Here you'll find more than 240 color drawings and photographs in a brand-new, accessible format, demonstrating how to give both whole-body and specialized massages, diagnose specific conditions, and work with the body's energy meridians to promote sustained health and well-being.