Ashiatsu Massage
ASHIATSU MASSAGE
Chronic pain affects millions of Americans.
The most requested service in today’s massage market is deep tissue massage. Ashiatsu is recognized as a specific deep tissue massage technique, & has shown remarkable results for persons suffering from:
- Chronic pain
- Limited mobility
- Recovery from injuries (whiplash, falls, sports, etc.)
- Repetitive strain injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome
- Postural problems
- Osteoarthritis pain
- Fibromyalgia
WHAT IS ASHIATSU?
Ashiatsu is a barefoot massage technique that uses the feet rather than the hands to deliver the massage. “Ashi” means foot & “atsu” means pressure. It is a western version of an ancient form of bodywork with roots dating back thousands of years from cultures across Asia, India, Africa, & the Pacific Rim.
We also offer Sarga Bodywork, another Barefoot Massage technique
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WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?
Ashiatsu incorporates a Swedish style technique; deep compression & long flowing movements that glide over the body. Ashiatsu is able to provide broad pressure without discomfort. Ashiatsu can be modified for lighter pressure to very deep.
Supportive bars are used overhead by the therapist for support & balance. The client relaxes comfortably on the massage table & with the assistance of gravity the therapist uses their body weight along with the bottom surface & heel of the foot to apply a deep relaxing treatment.
BENEFITS OF ASHIATSU
Ashiatsu provides a deep relaxation, stimulates the lymphatic system & creates a structural change in chronic soft tissue damage, relieves muscular discomfort & spasms, The biggest benefit of Ashiatsu is that after a few sessions you will feel improved posture & movement, pain relief, & improved mobility.
