Alzheimer, Care Homes
Cancer, Hospitals
Support of Cancer Patients with Shiatsu
A single shiatsu session can have a considerable effect on the reduction of chemotherapy-related symptoms.
General
Supporting Psychotherapists and Counsellors with Shiatsu
Therapists take care of others, hear their stories and support them in their difficulties. Receiving Shiatsu creates more balance in the giving and receiving of support.
Cancer, Hospitals, Mental Health
Shiatsu for Mental Health & Cancer Patients
Shiatsu alleviates pain by stimulating the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals. This reduces the need for pain medication and improves patients’ quality of life
Care Homes
Shiatsu and Dementia
Shiatsu sessions resonated in the memories of residents who were otherwise challenged in that regard – Shiatsu may stimulate a connection with otherwise submerged cognitive resources.
Children, Hospitals
Shiatsu at Hippokratio Pain Clinic
The possibility of using Shiatsu as a complementary tool for chronic pain management became clear to the doctors who had the opportunity to observe Shiatsu sessions.
Children, Empowerment
The ‘Shiatsu Giovani’ Project
Shiatsu helps the children discover two very important aspects of themselves: they experience their boundaries and learn to enjoy their bodies.
Hospitals
Shiatsu for People Emerging from Coma
People with severe brain injuries need exactly what everyone else needs: presence, careful and subtle listening. Shiatsu is a gentle and steady technique that proved its worth in these testing situations.
Hospitals
Shiatsu for Medical Staff in 10 Covid Intensive Care Units in Uruguay
“In 27 years of work as a doctor, this is the first time I have experienced someone taking care of me.” Doctor in Covid ICU, Centro Covid 2, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Empowerment