Shiatsu is Japanese for “finger pressure,” although palms, forearms, and sometimes even feet are used during a shiatsu massage session. The goal of this massage technique is to unlock the body’s “qi,” “ki,” or “chi” (pronounced chee). Qi is believed to be the natural life force that travels through the body’s energy lines, commonly referred to as meridians. These perceived lines have specific points,...

Been Hearing About The Benefits Of Far-Infrared Therapy? Here’s The Science Behind It The benefits of using heat in physical therapy are undeniable. In particular, the use of hot stones has been known for centuries. This knowledge has been built upon year by year, but never has heat therapy in the service of functional rehabilitation become as developed and improved upon as in this...