Shan Lin is a Fully Qualified and Registered Shiatsu Practitioner. Pamper yourself with a Relaxing Therapeutic Japanese Massage. Shiatsu promots calmness, relieves stress and muscle tension, activates the body's self-healing power, unblocking and supporting blood circulation to improve your general well-being and lifestyle.
SERVICES
Shan Lin Shiatsu Massage
Relax and Renew
Service Available
- Zen Shiatsu (Gentle, Meditative and Nurturing pressure, including Shiatsu foot massage and Shiatsu head massage)
- Namikoshi Shiatsu (Firm pressure, including Shiatsu limb stretches and rotations, Shiatsu neck and shoulder massage)
- Chinese Tui-na Masssage
- Oriental Cupping Therapy (Stationary Cupping or Sliding Cupping)
- Oriental Moxibustion Therapy
- Oriental Gua-sha Therapy (Spooning)
- Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies Combo (45min Shiatsu &15min Cupping, or 30min Shiatsu, 15min Cupping & 15min Moxa)
- Mobile Shiatsu Service Available (Surcharge Applied)
What is Shi-atsu?
Shiatsu literally means finger pressure in Japanese or acupressure in Chinese. Shiatsu is an ancient massage therapy based on the Traditional Chinese medicine theories where your therapist applies finger and palm pressure along the energy channels or meridian lines on your body to increase the flow of energy “Chi” and blood circulation. Your health is reliant upon the smooth flow of chi through the meridians and internal organs. Chi is your life-force, it keeps you warm and nourished.
Shiatsu can be applied to your body with firm or gentle pressure. When the Shiatsu techniques are applied correctly by your qualified shiatsu practitioner, it should not cause any pain or bruising. You will feel calm and relaxed after the treatment. Any pain or discomfort you may have before the session is usually reduced and there is a feeling of physical lightness and wellbeing.
The shiatsu modalities offered here at Shan Lin Shiatsu are the Zen Shiatsu and Namikoshi Shiatsu. Zen Shiatsu is a gentle modality that applies the principle of Zen meditation, each pressure point is held meditatively for 3 to 7 seconds, allowing time for the energy to shift and balance. Gentle but effective finger and palm pressure are used in this modality to support and nurture people with energy, Chi and blood deficiencies. That is, people who are feeling tired, cold, lack of motivation and low in energy constantly.
Namikoshi Shiatsu modality applies firm pressure to bodies with lots of tension and stress; bodies with excess yang energy or chi, which causes stubborn stagnation and discomforts in joints or muscles. The aim is to disperse this excess energy and stagnation so that yin and yang energy can be balanced and blood flows to the area regained.
What are the differences between Shiatsu and normal massage?
Shiatsu is a full body treatment and focus on the connection with your inner energy to re-balance Chi or energy, promots inner peace and harmony. Shiatsu also uses limb stretches, joint mobilisations, breathing technique, shiatsu meridian stretches and dietary recommendation as part of the treatment.
Shiatsu is a deeper level of Relaxation Massage, it is a therapeutic and preventative health care, meeting the deeper level of needs in your body, be they mental, emotional and spiritual; to allow you to release those needs and make awareness of your wellbeing and self development. Shiatsu is about bringing you back to the centre and back to alignment with your physical and mental wellbeing; only then, your life can be fun, happy and exciting. You can only physically relax the muscles and body when your mind is relaxed and inner peace arises.
Can Shiatsu help you?
Yes, Shiatsu can help you with physical and emotional issues. Shiatsu is excellent for relaxation, general wellbeing and as a preventative therapy. Shiatsu can help you to become aware of your wellbeing and help you to find your body weakness and imbalances. Shiatsu can help you to make adjustments to your current health conditions together with your lifestyle changes, regular exercise and dietary recommendations. Conditions that can respond well to shiatsu treatment include:
- Arthritis
- Allergies
- asthma
- anxiety
- back, neck and shoulder pain
- constipation
- colds and flu
- depression
- digestive problems
- fatigue
- headaches and migraine
- high blood pressure
- insomnia
- menstrual issues
- low libido
- muscle spasms
- pregnancy
- repetitive strain injuries
- relaxation
- sciatica
- sports injuries
- stress related problems
- urinary disorders
- weight loss
What happen during the treatment?
Your shiatsu session usually last for an hour to hour and a half. Before the treatment begin, your practitioner will gather information from you. Shiatsu is performed fully clothed on a comfortable Japanese futon. The session may also include limb stretches and gentle rotation of limb joints. On a physical level this has the effect of stimulating circulation and the flow of lymphatic fluid. Shiatsu allows you to deeply relax, stimulating your body’s ability for self healing and regeneration. Each shiatsu session is unique and is tailored to your needs.
About Your Practitioner
Your Shiatsu Therapist, Shan Lin is a qualified and STAA registered Shiatsu practitioner. He is the third generation in his family to practice Traditional Chinese Medicine, and attained his Diploma in Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies from Eastwest College in Melbourne.
Shan is experienced in a variety of therapies, including Zen Shiatsu, Namikoshi Shiatsu, Traditional Chinese Acupressure and Tui Na, Cupping, Moxibustion, Gua Sha (known as spooning),Tsubo therapy, and Meridian therapy. Shan also has clinical experience with the treatment of chronic fatique, lower back pains, sciatica, neck and shoulder pains, headache and migraines, stress and fatique, digestive problems and insomnia.
For his own self care, Shan does Shiatsu Meridian Stretches, Chi Kong, Tai Chi and Zen Meditation. He is also an artist and enjoys watercolour painting in both traditional and contemporary styles.
How to Make a Booking
Shan is currently practicing from two private studios (Daylesford and Cairnlea). Sessions are by appointment only.
Daylesford Studio
Monday 9am to 5pm
Wednesday 9am to 9pm
Thursday 9am to 9pm
Friday 9am to 9pm
Saturday 9am to 9pm
Sunday 9am to 9pm
@ 2859 Ballan-Daylesford Rd
Daylesford, Victoria 3460
(2 minutes drive from Daylesford Information Centre)
Cairnlea Studio
Tuesday 9am to 10pm
@ 15 Cormorant Drive
Cairnlea, Victoria 3023
(20 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD)
Shiatsu Mobile Service in Melbourne Metro
Tuesday 9am to 10pm (Surcharge Applied)
Your Investment for Good Health
$80 for 60min Shiatsu Massage
$65 Concession rate for 60min Shiatsu Massage
$120 for 90min Shiatsu Massage
$95 Concession rate for 90min Shiatsu Massage
Oriental Cupping/Slidding Cupping $40 for 30min
Oriental Moxibustion $40 for 30min
Oriental Gua-sha $40 for 30min
Mobile Service Surcharge
$10 Extra within 10km of Shan Lin Shiatsu Studio
$15 Extra within 15km of Shan Lin Shiatsu Studio
$20 Extra within 20km of Shan Lin Shiatsu Studio
$25 Extra within 25km of Shan Lin Shiatsu Studio
Concession Rate
To be eligible for the concession rate you need to bring to your appointment a current Seniors Card, Pension Card, Healthcare Card or Full Time Student Card.
Health Funds and Cancellation Policy
Most private health fund rebates are available for Shiatsu treatment. To be certain, please check with your health fund provider.
* 24 hours notice must be given for cancellation and rescheduling of an appointment.
* A 50% cancellation fee will be charged if 24 hours prior notice is not given.
* A full fee will be charged for a Non-attendence appointment.
MAP
Acupressure, Chinese Massage, Cupping, Energy Healing, Meditation, Shiatsu, Tai Chi, Touch for Health, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Trigger Point Therapy
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