Shiatsu massage style originated in Japan; in fact, shiatsu comes from the Japanese words for finger (shi) and pressure (atsu). In shiatsu massage, the fingers apply preassure without the use of massage oil. Shiatsu massage can compress acupressure points and energy channels in the body (meridians), and balance the flow of chi (inner energy). Because this style of massage treats body, mind and spirit as a whole it will relax you from the inside out. In my approach to shiatsu, I use fingers, hands, fists, elbows, feet and knees to unblock your specific points and meridians and release stuck energy. The client, dressed in loose, comfortable clothing, receives the treatment on the floor on a mat or on a massage table.