Developed from a traditional from of Japanese massage, Shiatsu is based upon the same philosophy and medical theory as acupuncture and other oriental healing methods. Literally translated, Shi-atsu means "finger pressure," but practitioners also use their palms, knees, and forearms, and employ stretching techniques. Shiatsu: A Practical Introduction clearly explains the role of energy in Shiatsu, how to give a full body Shiatsu treatment, how to eat an energetically balanced diet to promote health, how to treat simple health problems with Shiatsu, methods of oriental diagnosis, common uses of acupressure points, and energy balancing exercises for yourself.