Shiatsu Theory and Practice : A Comprehensive Text for the Student and Professional

by Beresford-Cooke

• ISBN13: 9780443070594
• ISBN10: 0443070598
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780702029639
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-02-19
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
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Summary

This book provides a clear and complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen Shiatsu, presenting vivid detail on the theoretical foundations of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and five element theory. It offers remarkably clear, high-quality illustrations and photos that support text discussions. The all-encompassing 2nd Edition takes the reader through an exploration of the various approaches to treatment routines, with case studies, explanations, and step-by-step descriptions of techniques. Clear and readable text allows even beginners to build knowledge and practice with confidence. Thorough explorations of the various strands of theory TCM, five elements, Zen are presented to make their integration into practice clear and rational. Detailed text descriptions and illustrations of meridians, point locations, and functions are presented together with the relevant underlying anatomy. Step-by-step descriptions of treatment routines and appropriate touch techniques enable readers to apply what they've learned. More detail has been added to the points covered in each meridian section. Greater mention is made of other styles of Shiatsu practice, giving the reader a frame of reference with each style in context alongside Zen Shiatsu. New case studies emphasize practical applications and solutions. More material is presented on diagnostic techniques and the interpretation of diagnoses. New line illustrations and photographs enhance the text.

Author Biography

Carola Beresford-Cooke is a Shiatsu teacher and practitioner with many years' experience

Table of Contents

Foreword	vii
Preface	ix
Acknowledgements	xi
Notes on the terminology used in the book	xiii
Introduction -- the history and cultural context of Shiatsu	1	(2)
Sources of Shiatsu theory and the purpose of this book	3	(4)
SECTION ONE PRACTICE	7	(52)
The basics -- why, when and how	9	(4)
Conditions which respond well to Shiatsu	9	(1)
Contraindications to the practice of Shiatsu	10	(1)
Practical basics	10	(3)
Recommendations for the Shiatsu practitioner	13	(8)
Development of the Hara	13	(2)
Beyond the Hara -- extending your Ki field	15	(1)
Achieving flexibility -- exercise	15	(2)
Maintaining health	17	(1)
Attitude	18	(3)
Shiatsu tools and techniques	21	(18)
The basic movement -- crawling	21	(1)
From crawling to use of the Hara	22	(1)
The Five Principles of Zen Shiatsu	23	(3)
The tools of Shiatsu	26	(7)
Other techniques	33	(1)
Use of the mother hand -- working with polarity	34	(5)
Shiatsu treatment routines in the four positions	39	(20)
Prone position	39	(3)
Supine position	42	(7)
Side position	49	(4)
Sitting position	53	(6)
SECTION TWO THEORY	59	(34)
Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Shiatsu practitioner	61	(22)
What is TCM?	61	(1)
Differences in practical application between TCM and Shiatsu	61	(1)
Practical uses of TCM	62	(1)
The root concept of TCM -- Yin and Yang	62	(1)
The Vital Substances	63	(6)
The causes of disease	69	(6)
The Eight Principles	75	(4)
Five Element theory	79	(2)
The Six Divisions	81	(2)
Zen Shiatsu theory	83	(10)
The life cycle of the amoeba	85	(3)
The theory of Kyo and Jitsu	88	(3)
Interpretation of Zen Shiatsu diagnosis	91	(2)
SECTION THREE HARMONIZING TCM AND ZEN SHIATSU THEORY	93	(136)
The Water Element -- The Kidneys and Bladder	95	(24)
The Kidneys in TCM	97	(3)
The Kidneys in Zen Shiatsu theory	100	(1)
The Kidney meridian and how to treat it	101	(7)
The Bladder in TCM	108	(1)
The Bladder in Zen Shiatsu theory	109	(1)
The Bladder meridian and how to treat it	110	(9)
The Wood Element -- The Liver and Gall Bladder	119	(24)
The Liver in TCM	122	(2)
The Liver in Zen Shiatsu theory	124	(1)
The Liver meridian and how to treat it	125	(6)
The Gall Bladder in TCM	131	(1)
The Gall Bladder in Zen Shiatsu theory	132	(1)
The Gall Bladder meridian and how to treat it	133	(10)
The Fire Element -- The Heart, Small Intestine, Heart Protector and Triple Heater	143	(40)
The Heart in TCM	147	(2)
The Heart in Zen Shiatsu theory	149	(1)
The Heart meridian and how to treat it	149	(5)
The Small Intestine in TCM	154	(1)
The Small Intestine in Zen Shiatsu theory	155	(1)
The Small Intestine meridian and how to treat it	156	(8)
The Heart Protector in TCM	164	(1)
The Heart Protector in Zen Shiatsu theory	165	(1)
The Heart Protector meridian and how to treat it	166	(7)
The Triple Heater in TCM	173	(2)
The Triple Heater in Zen Shiatsu theory	175	(1)
The Triple Heater meridian and how to treat it	176	(7)
The Earth Element -- The Spleen and Stomach	183	(24)
The Spleen in TCM	185	(2)
The Spleen in Zen Shiatsu theory	187	(1)
The Spleen meridian and how to treat it	188	(6)
The Stomach in TCM	194	(1)
The Stomach in Zen Shiatsu theory	195	(1)
The Stomach meridian and how to treat it	196	(11)
The Metal Element -- The Lungs and Large Intestine	207	(22)
The Lungs in TCM	209	(2)
The Lungs in Zen Shiatsu theory	211	(1)
The Lung meridian and how to treat it	212	(6)
The Large Intestine in TCM	218	(1)
The Large Intestine in Zen Shiatsu theory	219	(1)
The Large Intestine meridian and how to treat it	220	(9)
SECTION FOUR BRINGING THEORY AND PRACTICE TOGETHER	229	(48)
The Four Methods of Diagnosis	231	(14)
Listening	231	(1)
Observing	231	(5)
Feeling	236	(4)
Asking	240	(5)
Interpreting the diagnosis	245	(8)
Interpreting the Hara diagnosis	246	(1)
When is a TCM syndrome significant in the diagnosis?	247	(1)
Putting the diagnostic material together	248	(1)
Apparent contradictions and how to resolve them	249	(4)
The session	253	(12)
Choice of treatment position	253	(1)
The body areas on which to focus	254	(1)
The strength and type of treatment approach	254	(1)
Treatment routine and direction of Ki flow	254	(1)
Different qualities of touch	255	(3)
Examples of tonification and dispersing touch in practice	258	(1)
Rhythm and tempo	258	(1)
The receiver's sensations during treatment	259	(1)
The timing of a session	260	(1)
Concluding the session	261	(1)
Incorporating points into a Shiatsu session	261	(1)
Magnets	261	(1)
Moxa	262	(3)
After the session	265	(12)
To talk or not to talk?	265	(1)
Recommendations	265	(1)
Type 1 recommendations: points and meridian exercises	265	(3)
Type 2 recommendations: lifestyle changes	268	(6)
Treatment reactions	274	(1)
Suggesting further treatments	275	(2)
APPENDICES	277	(18)
Appendix One: The Anatomy of a Shiatsu Session	279	(4)
Appendix Two: The Governing and Conception Vessels	283	(4)
Appendix Three: When and how to use TCM, Five Element theory and Zen Shiatsu theory -- a reminder	287	(4)
Appendix Four: Bibliography	291	(2)
Appendix Five: Useful addresses	293	(2)
Index	295