Shiatsu (“finger pressure”) is a hands-on therapy that originated in Japan. Similar to acupressure and other forms of Asian bodywork such as tuina, there are no needles involved in shiatsu. Shiatsu therapists use finger and palm pressure to stimulate pressure points with therapeutic intention to restore harmony and balance to the recipient. Over 20 [...]

TIPS FOR BUYING HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES If you are buying a gift of touch for a loved one and are not sure which modality he or she might prefer, choose the most flexible option-the “One-Hour Treatment: Choice of Massage, Shiatsu, or Reflexology” certificate ($85.00, GST included). If you would prefer to spend a specific amount [...]

Did you know? Joanna Rogowska, RMT has been an established registered massage therapist at the Pacific Wellness for 10 years. Following the completion of the initial Shiatsu certification course in 2005 and certified reflexology in 2007, she entered the shiatsu diploma program at the Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo to advance her skill and master the [...]

Here are some of the comments we received recently from our clients. We would like to express our special thanks for the comments and kind permission to display them. “I had so much stress in my body that the pain of not knowing how to “put down” the load led to even greater anxiety attacks. [...]

Shiatsu literally means “finger pressure”. The shiatsu therapist applies steady pressure massage on a client’s acupuncture points to create therapeutic responses. With training and numerous treatments provided over the years, a shiatsu therapist’s thumbs get stronger; thus he/she is able to place virtually his/her whole body weight onto his or her thumbs. The therapist’s thumbs [...]

As the year starts to draw to a close and work schedules get busier, it is important to take the time to take care of yourself. Preventing excess stress on the body will help to prevent illness due to a compromised immune system.Basically speaking, the major causes of disease include: environmental, emotional stress, overwork, and [...]