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Shiatsu Points For Migraine Headaches
What is Shiatsu?
Shiatsu (which means "finger pressure" in Japanese) is a Japanese massage practice that uses acupressure. Acupressure is based on the Chinese principles of acupuncture. In Shiatsu massage, the therapist applies varying, rhythmic pressure using the fingers on particular parts of the body. The goal is to improve the body's ability to heal itself and to promote overall health.
Though Shiatsu seems like traditional massage in some ways, it is based on the internal flow of a vital...
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