What is Shiatsu massage?
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Shiatsu is a traditional hands-on therapy originating in Japan. Shiatsu is an evolving form, and its various styles incorporate (to differing degrees) aspects of Japanese massage traditions, Chinese Medicine practice, and "Western" anatomy and physiology.
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How do members experience Shiatsu massage?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stiffness | 4 | 1 | |
| General health | 3 | 3 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Circulation problems | 1 | 3 | |
| Neck pain | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 3 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Oct 16, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for stiffness: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
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What are people saying about Shiatsu massage?
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