Shiatsu massage originated from acupoint therapy that has been passed down for thousands of years in China. It uses fingers to press and rub acupoints to dredge the meridians to relieve fatigue and relieve pain. In recent years, it has gradually been accepted by Western medicine as a unique alternative therapy. At present, the popular Do-in and Japanese Shiatsu massages in the West are a branch developed from the essence of Chinese acupuncture therapy. Western medical research has confirmed that stimulating acupuncture points can promote the secretion of endorphins in the body. It is a sedative naturally produced by the human body, which can calm the nerves and relieve tension. This is also the secret behind the popularity of Shiatsu massage all over the world.

 restore balance

 Place one hand flat on top of your belly button and the other on top of it. As you breathe, the hands rise and fall with the rise and fall of the abdomen. Then, lightly press the abdomen with the palm of the hand and rotate in a clockwise direction. Finally relax. Not only does this move benefit the digestive system, it also helps restore balance to the entire body.

 Massage technique:

 The main use of traditional Shiatsu massage is three fingers: the thumb, index finger or middle finger. The trick is to press with the pulp of your fingers, which increases the pressure and saves effort. According to the different strength of acupressure, it can be divided into replenishing method and reducing method. When the body is weakened due to factors such as chronic diseases, only light pressure is generally applied. This is called "tonifying method", that is, replenishing energy. It is a stimulation method to promote the return of organs to a normal state. When the muscles are tense and have strong pain, they will be put under heavy pressure. This is called the "purging method", which is a stimulation method that suppresses excessive energy. The pressing time is every 3-5 seconds, rest for 2-3 seconds, and then press for 3-5 seconds, and repeat 3-5 times for each part.

 For back massage, some experts recommend using the palm of your hand to press, the so-called "palm pressure", so the pressure is softer.

 If you feel a lack of energy in the morning, you should press the corresponding acupuncture points quickly and firmly, and quickly withdraw your fingertips. Conversely, if you want to relax at night, the compressions should be gentle and slightly longer (but no more than a minute and a half).

 The best way to do acupressure is to follow your own feeling, especially to cooperate with your breathing, and generally stimulate the acupoints when you exhale. When inhaling, the muscles contract and become stiff. At this time, even if the acupuncture points are pressed, it is only painful, and the stimulation conduction is not good. When exhaling, the muscles are relaxed and soft. At this time, if the stimulation is given, the pain is less and the stimulation conduction is good, and the effect is more obvious. The specific method is to exhale while pressing for 6 seconds, and then inhale. Compression with the frequency of breathing can have a multiplier effect.