Welcome to our News Page. Jan Murphy offers a course of 6 or 12 Shiatsu’s in her Winter Health Scheme this year. They include a discussion about your dis-ease, Shiatsu treatments addressing this and supported further via nutritional advice. The advice is shared with you during time spent in the scheme. If you are busy, menu’s with suggested foods can be e-mailed to you.. This allows you to further support your health and well being. Jan offers this Scheme on a special offer basis as you receive 6 treatments for the price of 5. The scheme is offered over a 3 or 6 month time span basis dependent on which offer you book. Get in touch emailing ‘Winter Health Scheme’ as the subject of the email and we will discuss this further. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ NEW CLINIC IN FINSBURY PARK WITH JAN MURPHY MRSS Between the hours of 10.30am - 3.30pm, Jan will be offering treatments at British School of Shiatsu-Do, Finsbury Park, London, N7. The clinic is centrally located so do get in touch for directions. Shiatsu & Bodywork treatments cost from £25 per hour. This is a low cost clinic for those unable to reach my other places. If possible (honesty is key), feel free to pay what you can afford on the day and this may vary from time to time. Contact 0207 700 3355 to book directly or email me - Jan@Zenki.co.uk. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Research on the role of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in the care of patients with cancer Read more about it here: http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Aboutus/Researchanddevelopment/AtoZ/NationalNHSRDfunding/DH_4032132 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please, if you feel you wish to support CAM, sign the petition below: We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to increase UK Central Government Support for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). This petition could really do with your votes. To do so, click on the link below and vote. Our thanks go out to you for this. http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/CAMSupport/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Complimentary medicine & alternative health are becoming more and more popular but what has been noticed as the difference between east and west is that western cultures just needs scientific proof rather then going ahead and trying out new things. PRESS RELEASE "Shiatsu Shown to Improve Health" Recent research carried out by the University of Leeds on behalf of the European Shiatsu Federation establishes that Shiatsu massage treatment: Improves health and wellbeing Is safe Can benefit specific conditions Suggests a role for Shiatsu in public health The study, carried out by Professor A.F. Long of the School of Healthcare, took place in Austria, Spain and the UK in 2006 and 2007 948 clients participated in the study where their experience of Shiatsu treatment and the effects of it were studied over a period of 6 months. Shiatsu like other oriental healthcare has been practiced for centuries and aims primarily to promote wellbeing and to help prevent illness. Treatment involved an energetic evaluation of the client’s current condition and symptoms followed by stimulation of the meridian channels using gentle pressure or fingers and palms. Shiatsu effects change in the overall energy system and the client’s condition in a non-invasive way. Research Results: Increased relaxation and a sense of calm Being more energised Being better able to cope A reduction of symptoms of stress and tension Improvement of problems with muscles and joints, including back-pain and postural misalignments Improvement of energy and reduction of fatigue Overall improvement in, and confidence about health Motivation to make positive lifestyle changes particularly with regard to diet and exercise Improved psychological wellbeing Changes to the use of conventional medicine and medication Some Health Policy Implications A potential role for Shiatsu in public health is strongly suggested due to its ability to improve general wellbeing, increase health awareness, and promote good health. Most importantly, Shiatsu poses no significant risks to clients, the positive benefits are maintained over time, and there is a reduction in the use of conventional medicine, medication and working time lost due to ill health. These are indicative of an added value and potential economic benefit from Shiatsu treatment. Key Shiatsu Benefits It relaxes mind & body It restores & balances energy It eases tension & stiffness It helps posture It promotes motivation It is compatible with other medical treatments