Ashiatsu massage is somewhat like Swedish Massage – only much deeper and more penetrating than that performed by the hands. Ashi means foot. Atsu means pressure. Therefore, this massage is accomplished through gravity assisted foot pressure. In this style of massage, the therapist uses gravitational force and distributes their body weight by holding onto bars in the ceiling and using the feet to deliver the strokes and apply painless pressure directly onto the client’s body. Because the body work done can be performed at a much deeper level than through traditional hand massage, clients can see benefits much more quickly than they otherwise might. Gentle and deeply penetrating, the therapist controls the massage by carefully applying pressure with her feet and using controlled centripetal push and centrifugal flow movements, in addition to pumping movements that loosen tight muscles and eventually actually change structures, gradually and beneficially. spasm and tension, always working within the clients’ comfort zone.

Learn more about how Ashiatsu massage can help you! Check out our Blog.