First in the new Headway Lifeguides series, which sets out to introduce alternative and complementary therapies to beginners in a practical way, so that they can learn the techniques and apply them to their own lives. Shiatsu is a rapidly growing healing therapy, aimed at promoting relaxation and the maintenance of good health. It incorporates free flow of energy through the body. This book presents the basics of Shiatsu in a simple, easy to follow manner which uses illustrations to demonstrate the various techniques. The emphasis of this book is the learning of practical skills and the book is aimed at Shiatsu practitioners and teachers and those registered with the Shiatsu Society.