Shiatsu Cascais by Raphaela

SHIATSU promotes health

Initial physical symptoms such as colds, headaches,
muscle aches and digestive disorders can be signs of a Qi imbalance.
The flow of life energy is disturbed by inappropriate lifestyles
and diet, inactivity, emotional and physical stress.
If the functions of our inner organs are blocked,
this can lead to a wide range of illnesses such as circulatory problems, exhaustion, heart problems, sleep disorders, allergies, food intolerances, dental problems and menstrual disorders.

SHIATSU stimulates, harmonises the flow of Qi throughout the body and supports the functions of the autonomic nervous system such as digestion, sleep, circulation, breathing and menstruation.
This, in turn, helps alleviate stress and stress-related ailments.

In Japan, SHIATSU is considered a health-promoting measure
that promises to cure certain ailments.

SHIATSU promotes health

Initial physical symptoms such as colds, headaches,
muscle aches and digestive disorders can be signs of a Qi imbalance.
The flow of life energy is disturbed by inappropriate lifestyles
and diet, inactivity, emotional and physical stress.
If the functions of our inner organs are blocked,
this can lead to a wide range of illnesses such as circulatory problems, exhaustion, heart problems, sleep disorders, allergies, food intolerances, dental problems and menstrual disorders.

SHIATSU stimulates, harmonises the flow of Qi throughout the body and supports the functions of the autonomic nervous system such as digestion, sleep, circulation, breathing and menstruation.
This, in turn, helps alleviate stress and stress-related ailments.

In Japan, SHIATSU is considered a health-promoting measure
that promises to cure certain ailments.

ACNE ~ SKIN the MIRROR

In the Chinese Medicine view, the skin is a faithful mirror
of one’s internal health,
and any skin condition is seen as an external sign of an internal imbalance.
When it comes to acne, such imbalance shows up on the skin as an overproduction of sebum, inflammation, redness and pimples.

Chinese Medicine usually associates acne with imbalances in the ZF organs ( heart, liver, spleen, lung, kidney ) potentially leading to hormonal issues or toxin buildup. These imbalances are thought to be caused by several factors, most commonly poor diet, overworking, stress, congenital conditions, lifestyle and digestion.

According to TCM, different types of acne will result from different imbalances – mostly what Chinese Medicine physicians refer to as excess internal heat, blood stasis or dampness -,
they will impact different Zang-fu organs and present different symptoms.

For this reason, a personalised course of treatment is crucial.

TCM/SHIATSU takes a highly individualized approach to health and disease and looks at the culprit causing the imbalance in order to determine the most efficient course of action.
TCM/SHIATSU has a high success rate in healing acne vulgaris.
It provides an effective alternative to drug-based treatments, without harsh side effects or having to stay on medications indefinitely.

Treatments will depend on the type of acne the patient presents with, their symptoms and underlying imbalances.
Typically, they will consist of a highly personalised blend of Acupressure, mostly on the body, Medicinal herbs, to either brew and drink or take as capsules, dietary therapy and lifestyle advice.

Treatment will target both the root cause of the condition and the actual breakout, helping to improve or restore skin health from the inside out.

This is achieved through regulating the endocrine system and stabilizing hormones, promoting circulation and reducing inflammation while soothing the gut and clearing toxins that impact skin health.

Lifestyle ADVICE

There are many things you can start doing right now to help relieve symptoms for almost all types of acne and complement your treatment.

Here are some of the suggestions TCM has for preventing or reducing acne:

Try to avoid or limit processed spicy, greasy and sweet foods – these are inflammatory and might exacerbate skin disorders or slow down wound healing.

Avoid or try to limit refined sugar and alcohol consumption.

Eat a whole food diet, and foods high in zinc, vitamins A and E, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants.

Stay hydrated, as water helps flush out toxins.

Exercise and look after your mental health, to ease stress and anxiety.

Try to avoid overwashing which will cause irritation.

Avoid long periods of exposure to the sun.

Try salicylic acid-based cleansers and skin products. Salicylic acid is a good ally for acne-prone skin types and it may be useful for the temporary resolution of mild, non-inflammatory acne.