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Book Review: The Book of Shiatsu

Written by Paul Lundberg, Pauline Sasaki, Fausto Dorelli

Topic: AcupuncturePublished March 12, 2008
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This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Acupressure. Acupressure involves placing physical pressure by hand, elbow, or with the aid of various devices on different acupuncture points on the surface of the body to alleviate pain and stress. Michael Blate is the Official Guide to Acupressure.nnThe Book of Shiatsu: A Complete Guide to Using Hand Pressure and Gentle Manipulation to Improve Your Health, Vitality, and Stamina, by Paul Lundberg, Pauline Sasaki, Fausto Dorelli , is a valuable resource for people interested in Acupressure, and it is available through Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.

nBook Description

n With shiatsu (a Japanese word meaning "finger pressure") you can release and stimulate the energy flowing through your body -- using just your hands and fingers -- to awaken your body's natural healing modalities. The Book of Shiatsu is the authoritative, step-by-step guide to this uniquely effective therapy. The techniques offered are simple and can be used to treat a variety of health problems, particularly:nn• Arthritic conditionsnn• Backachesnn• Emotional stressnn• Headaches and migrainesnn• Intestinal disordersnn• Menstrual and reproductive problemsnn• Muscular pain and tension Here you'll find more than 240 color drawings and photographs in a brand-new, accessible format, demonstrating how to give both whole-body and specialized massages, diagnose specific conditions, and work with the body's energy meridians to promote sustained health and well-being.

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About the Author

n This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Acupressure. The Official Guide to Acupressure is Michael Blate. Author, lecturer and natural health educator, Michael Blate has spent most of his life researching and sharing acupressure and other "self-health" methods and traditional spiritual teachings from around the world. Michael has a special gift for presenting complex teachings in a straightforward, practical and easy-to-use format. n n

Additional Resources covering Acupressure can be found at: Website Directory for Acupressure Articles on Acupressure Products for Acupressure Discussion Board Michael Blate, the Official Guide To Acupressure

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