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¿En qué se basa la técnica de masaje japonesa Shiatsu?
¿En qué se basa la técnica de masaje japonesa Shiatsu?
¿Qué son los "tsubos" en la terapia Shiatsu?
¿Qué son los "tsubos" en la terapia Shiatsu?
¿Para qué se puede utilizar la terapia Shiatsu?
¿Para qué se puede utilizar la terapia Shiatsu?
¿Cómo selecciona el terapeuta Shiatsu los puntos de presión "tsubos" en el cuerpo?
¿Cómo selecciona el terapeuta Shiatsu los puntos de presión "tsubos" en el cuerpo?
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¿En qué países se practica la terapia Shiatsu?
¿En qué países se practica la terapia Shiatsu?
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Study Notes
- Shiatsu is a Japanese massage technique that involves pressure applied with fingers, hands, and elbows on certain points of the body.
- It is based on traditional Chinese medicine and meridian theory.
- The therapist applies pressure on specific points called "tsubos" that correspond to the body's energy meridians.
- Shiatsu can relieve tension, improve blood circulation, and release blocked energy.
- It can be used to treat various health problems, including headaches, back pain, menstrual pain, digestive disorders, fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety.
- Tsubos are specific pressure points used in shiatsu and other traditional Chinese medicine therapies.
- Each tsubo has a specific name and location on the body.
- The therapist selects the tsubos based on meridian theory and observation of the patient's condition.
- Shiatsu is practiced in many countries, including the US, UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and Spain.
- Contraindications for shiatsu include acute or infectious diseases, as the massage can stimulate the immune system and spread the infection.
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