Shiatsu for Back Pain - a Holistic Back Therapy
Are you looking for an effective back massage to ease your back pain?
Shiatsu offers a comprehensive approach that considers you as a whole being.
Back pain – an issue that unfortunately affects many of us.
The causes range from physical aspects, such as intense physical activity, monotonous movements, and a predominantly sedentary lifestyle, to emotional challenges and stressful situations.
As diverse as the causes are, the treatment approach must be equally individualized. Every pain, especially in the back, tells its own story, shaped by individual physical and emotional patterns.
The Individual Nature of Pain
Pain is a phenomenon deeply rooted in our individual experience.
What might be intense pain for one person might be barely noticeable for another. The emotional aspect of pain strongly influences how you experience it and how you cope with it in daily life. This, in turn, determines the impact of pain on your energetic balance.
Energetic Perspectives in Shiatsu
Shiatsu views pain from an energetic perspective. Pain often results from blocked meridians or disturbed acupuncture points in the body. For chronic back pain, it can be particularly valuable to recognize and understand the energetic patterns behind it and how they manifest physically.
Stress, unprocessed emotions, and traumas can affect our "meridians" and "acupuncture points". Sometimes suppressed emotions like anger or grief literally sit in our backs. These emotional blockages can be deep-seated and manifest physically.
Many people try to avoid or suppress pain and the associated emotions. However, this can lead to further energetic blockages and physical problems.
The Role of Intervertebral Discs in Western Medicine
Western medicine often views back pain from a mechanistic perspective. A common cause of pain, especially in the lower back, is a herniated disc. This occurs when a spinal nerve is pinched by a protruding disc, leading to pain and other symptoms.
However, it's important to emphasize that not all lower back pain is caused by herniated discs. Often, there is no clear mechanical cause for the pain. In such cases, the energetic perspective of Shiatsu and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can offer valuable insights. This makes the back massage more effective.
"If there is free flow, there is no pain."
How Shiatsu May Ease your Back Pain
To effectively treat chronic back pain, it's important for me to pursue a holistic approach during the back massage. This means considering both the physical as well as the emotional and energetic aspects of pain.
Shiatsu can be an effective therapy:
- Shiatsu promotes the relaxation of muscles and connective tissue.
- It calms overstimulated nerves and improves circulation.
- Shiatsu gets stagnant energy in the back flowing again.
- It highlights the interactions between symptoms and lifestyles.
What You Can Do Besides Shiatsu
Treating chronic back pain can often be a lengthy process. Shiatsu helps you recognize the underlying causes of back pain and develop self-help strategies. This also requires your commitment and active participation.
Want to do more for your back?
Besides Shiatsu, there are other measures that are especially effective when combined:
- Strengthening exercises: Regular movement strengthens muscles and improves posture. Yoga or Pilates can be particularly helpful.
- Heat therapy: Heat can work wonders and relieve tension. A warm bath or heat pad can provide relief.
- Breathing techniques: Conscious breathing can help reduce tension and improve overall well-being. Breathing exercises can be easily integrated into daily life and offer quick relaxation.
- Osteopathic Therapy: Osteopathy is a great method for treating back pain, especially if the root cause of the back pain was an accident or other sudden event.
What My Clients Say About Shiatsu for Back Pain
Michaela Nüssel
"After many unsuccessful physical treatments, I came to Peter. Since then, I've been feeling increasingly better and am mostly pain-free!
I highly recommend this therapy!"
Doris Schultes
"After every treatment, I feel very relaxed, and my pain is significantly alleviated."
Patrick Siebert
"Really good Shiatsu massage! Extremely relaxing!
Peter paid close attention to my needs - I felt very comfortable in his Shiatsu practice in Vienna. I've had five Shiatsu treatments so far and will gladly return soon."
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*) Shiatsu is a complementary method and does not replace medical diagnosis and treatment. If you have back pain, always consult a doctor first.