Since modern Japan where traditions still define daily life to Cambodia and Vietnam. But it is China that gives us some of the most effective techniques.
Shiatsu Massage
It is a Japanese technique based on acupuncture or acupressure (but not use needles.) Shiatsu benefits the body and mind. It helps relax the muscles and according to the philosophy behind this technique also helps open the channels of energy that the body has.
By opening these energy channels, called meridians, balancing the energy in the body and it can flow freely. The energy flow may be obstructed by emotional problems, stress or chemical imbalance. If energy can not move freely because physical and emotional illnesses.
The suiatsu helps relax the muscles, improving rheumatism, arthritis, digestive problems, migraines, asthma and insomnia.
The shiatsu massage is usually performed on the floor and the patient need not undress. However, in the United States, some spas are the normal massage table.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a technique China. It is based also on the energized flow through the meridians. According to reflexology six most important meridians end in the feet. Each body part, each organ is related to a portion of the foot.
During this massage therapists apply pressure to designated points on the soles of the feet using the fingertips.
This massage is given on the feet and occasionally on the hands.
Reflexology helps to treat various health problems, including:
digestive problems, constipation, irregular monthly period, menopausal symptoms, stress, fatigue, migraine and skin problems.