I have received extensive training in Zen Shiatsu and I am able to incorporate elements of this popular modality into my bodywork sessions. I waited until Augfor my review because my wife did a follow up 90 minute body massage on Augand I wanted to see how her body massage measured up. 68 reviews of Zen Spa Massage 'My wife and I both attended a one hour foot massage on August 13, 2017. This modality is also ideal for clients who are not necessarily comfortable with getting undressed for a massage, or who may require some additional emotional or palliative care as opposed to significant work on injured or overworked muscles. COVID update: Zen Spa Massage has updated their hours and services. It can reduce stress and calm nerves, enhance circulation and flow of lymphatic fluid, strengthen joints and improve range of motion for clients regardless of age or physical capability. Zen Shiatsu is believed to restore balance between the Yin and Yang aspects of ourselves.
Clients remain clothed and should wear loose fitting garments that do not hinder range of motion or risk exposing themselves. Zen Shiatsu is traditionally performed on a thin mat on the floor, although it may be adapted to a massage table or chair. Meridians commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Point work performed along this meridian can improve the flow of Qi and restore balance to the body, thereby relieving the headache and associated frustrations and tension. As an example, the Gall Bladder meridian is said to control feelings of frustration or angst and imbalances in this meridian are often believed to cause tension headaches and neck pain. Meridians correspond to various organs in the body and subsequently to the emotions and underlying characteristics those organs are said to manifest in our health. The practitioner seeks to realign these pathways and remove any obstacles or barriers that might prevent Qi (pronounced “chi”) from being able to flow freely. Through regular massage we can keep your body on a path of harmony and balance.Working with a client’s breath, a Zen Shiatsu practitioner uses a variety of techniques such as softening, vibration, finger friction, percussion and point work to trace along the “meridians” or energy pathways described in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
It is my goal to create an awareness that massage is not a luxury but an asset to your long term health and wellness. I am very fortunate to be able to help provide an oasis from everyday life in the community that I have been a part of my entire life. Massage also decreases the intensity and frequency of migraines.
Many people suffering from chronic pain or coming back from injury find relief through massage therapy. In addition to providing an escape for stress, massage provides the more obvious benefit of unwinding and releasing muscles that have been overworked and strained on a daily basis. Massage helps those tense muscles to relax and helps your body to release endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, giving our body a break from the pain and creating a sense of well being. Stress gets trapped and stored in our bodies, blocking our emotions and overall well being, as a result creating muscle pain and tension. It is no secret that every day stressors can create wear and tear on our bodies.