Spleen Meridian Point 8(SP 8) is located on the inside of the leg 10cm below the knee. It can offer symptomatic relief from lack of appetite. Shiatsu Point Therapy Using the thumb or finger apply pressure until you feel the soreness in the point. Taking deep breaths and maintaining the pressure breathe slowly in and…
In the ancient 5-Element theory, Summer relates to the Fire element, which comprises the Heart and Small Intestine meridians along with the Heart Constrictor and Triple Heater meridians. The Heart meridian, like the heart itself is the regulating force in the body. It enables us to see how things fit together and interconnect. As a…
Shiatsu Point for Stage-Fright Heart Meridian Point 7 (HT 7) is located on the underside of the sharp bone on the outside of the wrist crease. It can offer symptomatic relief from stage-fright or performance anxiety. Shiatsu Point Therapy Using the thumb or finger apply pressure until you feel the soreness in the point. Taking deep breaths…
Shiatsu Point for Heart Palpitations Heart Meridian Point 1 (HT 1) is located in the middle of the armpit. It can offer symptomatic relief from heart palpitations. Shiatsu Point Therapy Using the thumb or finger apply pressure until you feel the soreness in the point. Taking deep breaths and maintaining the pressure breathe slowly in and…
In the ancient 5-Element theory, Spring relates to the Wood element, which comprises the Liver and Gall Bladder meridians. The Gall Bladder assists the Liver in maintaining the standards the Liver sets for the body. It can be likened to the executive officer to the general (Liver) whose responsibility is to implement the general’s orders. Keywords…
Shiatsu Point for Anxiety When the Kidney meridian is not functioning properly, we can be prone to stress, fear, and anxiety. When the meridian is functioning well, we can move effortlessly through the world feeling motivated and confident. Kidney Meridian Point 1 (KI 1) is located in the sole of the foot in “V” that is…
Conception Vessel Meridian Point 17 (CV 17) can be helpful in providing symptomatic relief from depression. It’s located on the centre of the breastbone 3 finger-widths up from the bone. Shiatsu Point Therapy Using either your thumb or middle finger, apply pressure until you feel the soreness in the point. While maintaining the pressure,…
Bladder Meridian Point 40 (BL 40) can be helpful in providing symptomatic relief from calf pain. It’s located in the middle of the crease behind the knee. Shiatsu Point Therapy Using either your thumb or middle finger, apply pressure until you feel the soreness in the point. While maintaining the pressure, breathe slowly in and…
In the ancient 5-Element theory, Spring relates to the Wood element, which comprises the Liver and Gall Bladder meridians. The Liver meridian provides inspiration and direction and as such relates to the eyes and faculty of sight as well as flexibility. It sets the standard for the entire functioning of the whole body and the…
On 13 October 2017, the Federal Government announced intended changes to the private health funds rebate system that remove rebates for 16 natural therapies, including shiatsu. The decision was based on recommendations from a highly flawed 2015 government health review*, and a report** that informed that review. The Shiatsu Therapy Association of Australia believes that this…