Shiatsu in Kailua

Shiatsu in Kailua is a type of massage therapy that was primarily developed in Japan. With its name derived from the Japanese term for "finger pressure," it involves applying pressure to specific points on the body, moving from one point to another in a rhythmic sequence.

When performing shiatsu, therapists apply deep pressure using their fingers, thumbs, and/or palms in a continuous sequence. The finger pads are used to apply pressure, and each point is typically held for two to eight seconds.

In some cases, pressure points stimulated during shiatsu may feel tender, but they should not hurt. People often describe this tenderness as "good pain."

Although the sequence is often like other types of massage, no massage oil is used, so it is usually done with the client fully-clothed in loose, comfortable clothing.