Energy (often
referred to as ki or chi) flows through the body in
a series of 'channels' called meridians. The
meridians can, for many different reasons become
blocked or deficient. Shiatsu has developed to
treat these imbalances or blockages, giving not
only symptomatic relief but also a treatment for
the the underlying causes of ill health.
A Brief Philosophy Of Shiatsu
In this diagram to
the right, the lines give a basic representation of
the meridians. As you can see, the meridians reach
all over the body. They also give external links to
internal systems, allowing shiatsu to reach into
every part of the human body.