Delivering shiatsu in a primary care setting: Benefits and challenges

Pirie, Zoe; Fox, Nick J.; Mathers, Nigel

doi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2011.07.001

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“…It consists of utilizing a combination of pressure with the thumbs and fingers, stretching, and energy work theoretically influenced by the Earth's magnetic field (11) . Zen Shiatsu improves the flow of blood, lymph, and ki within the body (12) . Its purpose is to treat the whole person by interconnecting the physical, emotional, and spiritual spheres through touch in order to return equilibrium (13) .…”

Section: Zen Shiatsumentioning

confidence: 99%

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Zen Shiatsu: A Longitudinal Case Study Measuring Stress Reduction in a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Burke¹

2014

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Introduction: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that manifests as impairments in social interaction, communication, and behavior.Objective: The objective of this study is to determine if Zen Shiatsu can reduce short-and longterm stress levels in a child with ASD.Methods: This is a longitudinal case study of a seven-year-old male with a diagnosis of autism who was given 20-min Zen Shiatsu sessions weekly for six consecutive weeks. Using a five-point stress scale designed for children with autism, the client indicated his stress level before and after each session. In addition, the parent was given the PEDS QL 4.0 Young Child Questionnaire to determine the child's HRQoL (Health Related Quality of Life) prior to Zen Shiatsu treatment to establish a baseline. The parent completed the same questionnaire after six weeks of sessions to compare results.Results: Based on the five-point pictorial stress scale, data collected before and after each Zen Shiatsu session indicated a decrease in stress levels after treatment. The PEDS QL 4.0 showed higher HRQoL scores in all domains, indicating that the child's overall quality of life improved within the six weeks of receiving Zen Shiatsu.Conclusions: Zen Shiatsu, a Japanese modality based on traditional Chinese medicine, provided meaningful and positive benefits for a child with autism. This case study offers preliminary evidence for the possibility of Zen Shiatsu providing a viable complementary therapy for alleviating stress in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, thereby potentially improving the overall health-related quality of life.

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Section: Zen Shiatsumentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Zen Shiatsu can be given fully clothed (12) and, unlike acupuncture, there are no needles that may trigger adverse effects including bleeding, crying, fear, and pain (16) . Likewise, Shiatsu has the capabilities of addressing not only the physical body, but the emotional and spiritual well-being of the client.…”

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confidence: 99%