Book of Shiatsu Here is the first detailed, step-by-step guide to the healing art of Shiatsu. This ancient Oriental system uses hand, elbow, knee, foot, and whole-body pressure as well as gentle manipulation to alleviate tension, pain, and a wide range of chronic discomforts and minor ailments. By learning whole-body and specialized routines, diagnostic techniques, and how to work meridians, you will be able to help yourself and others. More than 240 color illustrations and photographs demonstrate the simple tools, techniques, and principles of Shiatsu. (189 pages.)
Specific Content:
How to Use this Book
Foreward
Introduction
Part One: Heaven, Earth and Human Beings - Learning the Basics
- Chapter 1 - The Oriental Tradition
- Chapter 2 - Your Own Well Being
- Chapter 3 - Principles and Techniques
- Chapter 4 - The Basic Shiatsu Routine
Part Two: Pathways Of Ki - Working on the Channels
- Chapter 5 - Patterns of Ki
- Chapter 6 - The Front Channels
- Chapter 7 - The Back Channels
- Chapter 8 - The Side Channels
Part Three: Versatility with Simplicity - Developing Your Technique
- Chapter 9 - A Guide to Diagnosis
- Chapter 10 - Everyday Shiatsu
Index
Author's Acknowledgements
Publisher's Acknowledgements
Bibliography
Further Reading
Resources
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