{"product_id":"9781446446072","title":"Shiatsu: An Introductory Guide to the Technique and its Benefits","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from a traditional form of Japanese massage, Shiatsu is based upon the same philosophy and medical theory as acupuncture and other oriental healing methods. Literally translated, Shi-atsu means \"finger pressure\", but practitioners also use their palms, knees and forearms, and employ stretching techniques. These combine in a simple but effective form of treatment used to promote health and general well-being, as well as to cure illness and prevent future problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this straight-forward step-by-step guide, Oliver Cowmeadow introduces us to the ways in which Shiatsu can be beneficial to both the person giving and person receiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShiatsu: A Practical Introduction \u003c\/i\u003eclearly explains:\u003cbr\u003e-The role of energy in Shiatsu\u003cbr\u003e-How to give the full body Shiatsu treatment\u003cbr\u003e-How to eat an energetically balanced diet to promote health\u003cbr\u003e-How to treat simple health problems with Shiatsu\u003cbr\u003e-Methods of oriental diagnosis\u003cbr\u003e-Common uses of acupressure points\u003cbr\u003e-Energy balancing exercises for yourself\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOliver Cowmeadow has been teaching Shiatsu for more than 20 years and is the founder and principal of the Devon School of Shiatsu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ebury Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47143053000944,"sku":"9781446446072","price":14.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781446446072_p0.jpg?v=1763828950","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781446446072","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}