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What is Shiatsu?

Literally taken Shiatsu means finger pressure (Jp. shi = finger, Jp. atsu = pressure). It is a holistic method, which is individually tailoured to the client's needs. Its Origin lies in Traditional Japanese Medicine (TJM).

Doing shiatsu, I use various techniques such as stretching, holding and kneading while applying body weight to different body areas along the meridians - the energy highways acupuncture also works with. In contrast to acupuncture, I don't use needles, but e.g. my hands and thumbs in order to harmonise the meridian system.

Shiatsu is performed through light and comfortable clothing.

Shiatsu involves various means of examination plus a great variety of possible forms of treatment - e.g. on the futon (a Japanese mattress), the massage chair, and - in addition - guided exercises (also to practice at home to support and intensify the effect of shiatsu treatment), shiatsu with words as well as tips and practical suggestions for everyday life.

When working with pregnant women, I take special care of their individual condition, wishes and needs also considering the current trimester, physical as well as hormonal changes and imbalances which can lead to typical symptoms such as:

  • nausea
  • shortness of breath
  • back pain.

Shiatsu strenghtens the bond of mother and child, bodily and emotional child development before birth the mother to better cope with typical symptoms and changes.

Furthermore, it is harmonising, relaxing, de-stressing.

The aim is, to help the client to maintain her/his inner balance, which can be challenging in our fast-moving time - often this so-called homeostasis gets disturbed. In this situation, shiatsu provides us with a great number of means to support and regulate our energetic system - relaxation and stress relief. Shiatsu encourages health promotion, sharpens our physical awareness and involves breathing techniques.

Working with children, shiatsu smoothly and gently promotes emotional, sensory as well as body awareness and development appropriate to the child's individual needs. It has a regulating effect on digestion and has positive effects on the relation between parent and child and e.g., furthermore, the ability to concentrate.

For me personally, shiatsu means profound, deep touch!

Please,

...wear light and comfortable clothing and warm socks for your treatment sessions and bring a big towel

Thanks in advance!

Appointments on request.


What is Shōnishin?

Shōnishin - The Non-invasive Art of Japanese Acupuncture.

Shōnishin (Jp. shōni – child; Jp. shin –  needle/needling) is a soothing, de-stressing and non-invasive method. It is unique, and highly effective.

It was developed in Japan especially for treating children more than 250 years ago, as the kids feared traditional Chinese needling. So, the Japanese Acupuncturists came up with a simple solution: They developed a unique metal instrument and refined the technique, making it possible to treat Acupuncture points avoiding "the sting".

In doing Shōnishin, the pencil-like instrument, is used on the skin directly in various techniques such as stroking, tapping, and vibration. The treatment deeply affects the acupuncture points (Tsubos) of the meridian system while increasing the body's oxytocin levels.

Usually, the client is lying on a futon or a massage table during the session. 

The instrument does not actually pierce the skin as it is done in classical Chinese Acupuncture, therefore, the method is perfect for treating those afraid of needles as well as children.

Regarding my work, I promote a holistic approach taking into account the individual motoric, sensory, and emotional state, as well as the energetic level of development of my clients, in order to meet their individual needs.