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In Japanese, “ashi” translates to foot, and “atsu” means pressure. Ashiatsu is a barefoot massage technique where therapists deliver deep, consistent pressure while utilizing their feet and body weight. They work with gravity instead of against it to help heal troubled areas, such as where you are sore. In the Japanese language, “ashi-” means foot, and “-atsu” mean pressure. Ashiatsu is a massage modality in which the massage therapist uses their feet in combination with their body weight to give broad, consistent, and compressive pressure throughout the massage on a treatment table with overhead parallel bars for the massage therapist to use for balance and safety. Ashiatsu is designed to give you the results of a deep tissue massage but with the comfort of a Swedish relaxation massage. Highly customizable to your specific needs, Ashiatsu is great for both relaxation lovers and deep tissue enthusiasts!

There are many benefits of getting an Ashiatsu massage. These include:

• Reducing chronic pain and aches. Ashiatsu massage is a deep-tissue massage that uses the therapist’s feet. This means that deeper layers of soft tissue are loosened, which helps reduce chronic pain. It helps flush out the inflammation that causes pain.
• Leaves little to no discomfort. Ashiatsu massage differs from traditional deep-tissue massage because it leaves little residual soreness. The application of the foot allows for more generalized dispersed pressure that is deep and relaxing.
• Increases flexibility and circulation. The feet play a significant role in Ashiatsu massage because they pinpoint deep tissues, and therapists can use gravity to their advantage. The gravity-assisted strokes allow the body to broaden and lengthen muscle fibers, creating more flexibility. Body tissue is also stretched in two different ways, helping scar tissues and adhesions recover, allowing for increased circulation and flexibility.
• Improves posture and decreases pain. After a few treatments, Ashiatsu has been known to improve posture and range of motion. It’s known to reduce and eliminate chronic muscle pain and improve bodily functions, providing a greater sense of balance.
• Decreases stress and tension. Massage therapy can help your body let go of stress. However, according to massage clients, no other massage application has been as thorough as Ashiatsu. The techniques used help reduce cortisol levels, the body’s primary stress hormone. Positive effects of this include a lowered heart rate, decreased tension, and improved mental health. Why should you only see a professional Ashiatsu massage therapist?