Shiatsu in Orillia
Phone: 705-345-0388
Email: shiatsu@balancedbodystudio.ca
Shiatsu is a form of bodywork which, at its highest level, combines a finely-tuned intuition with a thorough understanding of the bodymind. Shiatsu was developed in Japan from Chinese Medicine and has been practiced for centuries. Shiatsu technique involves stretching, holding and leaning body weight into various parts of the receivers body and acupressure points to improve energy flow, blood circulation, flexibility and posture. Pressure and contact is applied through the hands, fingers, forearms, knees and feet, with the receiver sitting or lying in various positions. The treatment is focussed along specific channels called 'meridians' of subtle bodily energy called chi (or ki). Ki is the life force which sustains every activity of the body, mind and spirit. When our ki is stimulated, awakened and encouraged to move be working these meridians and acupressure points our body undergoes necessary shifts to balance and settle the energy within these channels. The overall experience leaves the receiver feeling alive, connected and deeply rooted within their body once more.
Benefits of Shiatsu
Shiatsu is very helpful in relieving the pain or discomfort of;
- anxiety, stress or depression
- rehabilitation from injury or an accident
- sciatica and back pain
- pregnancy and child birth
- digestive disturbances
- fibromyalgia and fatigue
- ADHD
- high or Low Blood Pressure
- memory Loss
- PMS and Menstrual issues
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- arthritis and joint pain
Shiatsu Prices
Shiatsu or Aroma Massage
60 minutes: $75
90 minutes: $115
120 minutes: $140
Shiatsu and Pregnancy
Shiatsu by its very essence enables people to be more connected with their own energy and during pregnancy with the energy of their baby, in a very direct way.
Prenatal Care
- Relief from nausea or headaches
- Relieves muscles strain and pain specifically hip and low back pain
- Relieves stress and stain of a changing body
- Diminishes swelling
- Relief from haemorrhoids and/or constipation
- Time to focus on positive aspects of pregnancy such as connection to your baby, your changing body
- Time to voice fears and concerns
- Promotes rest and relaxation
- Helps baby be in best fetal position
- Shiatsu given while mother is in side position for optimal care and comfort
Labour and Delivery
- A safe and non-drug alternative for back pain, sciatica, nausea and exhaustion
- Specific acupressure points used to help induce labour and ease pain
- Promotes shorter labour and a decreased need for C-section, vacuum or forceps
- Better circulation (helps muscle tone)
- Better lymphatic flow (helps with mastitis and milk flow)
- Promotes general well being
- Relief from tired muscles and aches and pains
- A vital period for peace and quiet
- Promotes better sleep for new mother
- Helps support mother and decrease chances of postpartum depression
Pregnancy is a special and unique time in a woman’s life. Being a mother myself, I have great respect for a woman’s changing needs during Prenatal, Delivery and Postnatal care. I strongly encourage each woman to find time to give this kind of treatment for themselves and their growing baby. This time can never be recreated. Grow forward in a positive and peaceful environment, starting within yourself. It is the best medicine you can give to yourself and your new child.
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Aroma Massage
Using a synergy of aromatherapy oils blended for each person`s needs Beth provides a soothing relaxation massage. Beth also uses Crystal Gem Stone Spheres on the receiver`s body when necessary. The energy of each stones healing properties help release unwanted build up of stress or imbalances within.
Hot Stone Massage
The Cadillac of massages, hot stone massage takes oil massage one step deeper through the healing properties these heated stones provide. Going deep into the core of the body the heat of the stone opens up the muscles and leaves the receiver feeling very grounded within themselves. Each stones temperature is monitored and regulated for optimum comfort and relaxation. Hot stone massage costs $125 for 90 minutes.
Body Spin
Body Spin provides a gateway for blocked energy to be released anywhere in the body dealing with all issues be they physical, emotional, mental or spiritual. By identifying the main priority we are able to get the root of the bodies dis-ease, and clear that specific energy pattern. Through our many vortex centers (energy gate ways in the body) and help from powerful vortex cards freedom from patterns old and new are identified and cleared. At the same time pain is relieved and our skeletal system realigned in a few minutes, sometimes instantly. All this is done through the energetic body, no physical adjustments are preformed. Seeing and feeling is believing. The intention is set as to how long Beth wishes to work within Body Spin. Usually 15 minutes is enough, and accompanies Shiatsu well. A full hour working in Body Spin is also possible on request of the receiver.
Reiki
Reiki (ray-key) is a Japanese word for universal life-force energy. By channelling this energy and directing it to the receiver this accelerates the healing process and offers much love and support throughout. This is a gentle technique by placing hands either directly on or just above the receiver’s body. Reiki can also be given as a full treatment alone.