This book shows the courses of the meridians as they were described by Sensei Shizuto Masunaga in his meridian charts originally published in 1970. The sequence of descriptions (e.g., from the shoulder to the hands, from the Hara to the feet), models the flowing of the meridian energy from the body's center (Hara) towards the periphery. Meridians on the side and back of the body that do not pass through the Hara are not featured. Depictions of the meridian pathways usually consist of two parts. In the main text there will be the actual pathway descriptions. The color-contrasting text sections note such information as anatomical explanations, practical orientation, and typical deviations in the pathways. Differences from the depictions on Masunaga's charts are mentioned and described. Although the representations of the meridian pathways make up the core of this Atlas, there is also a chapter with thoughts on the nature of the phenomenon of meridians. Another chapter describes some basic principles of working with meridians.The introductory chapter combines clear descriptions and objective guidelines with a compassionate and refined interpretation of the subjective experience. Shiatsu students will benefit immensely from the detailed illustrations of the Zen Shiatsu meridians. They will also wisely bear in mind the perspective of spaciousness so well articulated by the authors. As practitioners, we will recall that our own qi is an equal participant in the connection with our receiving client-partner, and our own experience of contact with the meridian-vital, rich, imaginative, profound-is an essential element of the process of healing.

Atlas of Shiatsu presents clear, detailed descriptions of the twelve main meridians used in Shiatsu practice. The study of the meridians is a difficult aspect of Shiatsu training and this highly-illustrated atlas explains and illustrates their positions within the body. The description of each meridian is supported by 15-30 illustrations. Clear and detailed descriptions of each of the twelve main meridians used in Shiatsu practiceHighly illustrated, with 15-30 illustrations supporting the description of each meridianAttractively designedThe first atlas of shiatsu

Em muitos locais do corpo são perceptíveis fenômenos energéticos que podem ser considerados meridianos. Estudando-se essa energia, torna-se possível sentir, tocar e trabalhar ativamente suas diferentes manifestações e sintomas em diversas partes do corpo. Os meridianos não são linhas fixas, eles servem como formas auxiliares de orientação para uma terapia eficiente com shiatsu. O 'Atlas de shiatsu' irá ajudar o leitor a familiarizar-se com esse método de terapia manual. Descrições detalhadas e ilustradas dos trajetos de todos os meridianos; Capítulo adicional sobre os trajetos dos meridianos nas articulações; Mais de 250 fotos e ilustrações com todas as informações importantes. Ideal para iniciantes e profissionais do shiatsu que querem atualizar ou aprofundar seus conhecimentos.

Includes sections such as: Acupressure / Reflexology; Shiatsu; Su Jok; Spinal Cord & Nerves; Spinal Segments; Dhyan Mudras; and, Acupuncture.

Des phénomènes énergétiques, que l'on peut considérer comme des "méridiens", sont perceptibles dans de nombreuses zones du corps. En suivant ces énergies, il est possible de toucher, d'évaluer leur expression et leur vitalité variables dans les différentes zones du corps, et de travailler activement avec elles. Cependant, les méridiens ne sont pas des lignes bien définies. Elles servent toutefois à s'orienter pour mettre en oeuvre une thérapeutique efficace par le Shiatsu. Description complète en mots et en images de tous les trajets des méridiens - globalement et en détail. Un chapitre supplémentaire traitant des trajets des méridiens au niveau des articulations. Plus de 250 photos et dessins avec toutes les informations importantes disponibles en un seul coup d'oeil. Cette deuxième édition a été complètement retravaillée, corrigée et actualisée. L'Atlas du Shiatsu est un outil idéal, aussi bien pour le débutant que pour le pratiquant qui souhaite rafraîchir ou approfondir ses connaissances.