Relaxation and stress
A calm, structured treatment for people who want time to slow down and reconnect with how their body feels.
Massage Therapy
Shiatsu Massage
For patients from Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and surrounding Dorset areas
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese hands-on therapy using comfortable pressure, stretches, and supportive techniques through clothing. Your practitioner will discuss your needs and adapt each session to your comfort, health history, and goals.
Benefits of Shiatsu Massage
A calm, individually tailored treatment
Pressure and stretches are adapted to your comfort
Performed through comfortable clothing
Supports relaxation and body awareness
Delivered by a practitioner trained in Shiatsu
What to expect
1
Consultation
We discuss your health history and what you would like from the session.
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Shiatsu Treatment
Pressure, stretches, and supportive techniques are tailored to your comfort.
3
Review
We review how the session felt and discuss any appropriate next steps.
Common reasons people enquire
General WellbeingMuscular TensionStress and TirednessRestricted Movement
Shiatsu massage in Bournemouth
Traditional Japanese bodywork, adapted to you
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese hands-on therapy using comfortable pressure, stretches, and supportive techniques. Treatment is normally performed through clothing, so you can stay covered while your practitioner works around your needs.
Silvia Ferreira offers Shiatsu at our Bournemouth clinic. You can meet Silvia, arrange a free consultation, or contact the clinic if you are unsure whether Shiatsu is the right treatment for you.
What Shiatsu may support
A whole-person treatment without overpromising
Muscular tension
Pressure and stretches can be adapted around areas of everyday tightness, always with your comfort checked.
Body awareness
Shiatsu gives you space to notice patterns in movement, tension, rest, and the way your body responds to pressure.
Shiatsu is complementary hands-on care and is not a diagnosis or a replacement for medical assessment. Your practitioner will explain when another service or healthcare professional would be more appropriate.
Your Shiatsu session
A considered treatment from consultation to review
Talk through your needs
We discuss your health history, lifestyle, reason for booking, and what you would like from the session.
Receive tailored treatment
Shiatsu is performed through comfortable clothing using pressure, stretches, and supportive techniques adapted to you.
Review how you feel
Your practitioner checks how the session felt and discusses suitable aftercare or next steps.
Related care
Compare other massage and bodywork options
Swedish Massage
A relaxing massage option for general muscular tension and everyday wellbeing.
Deep Tissue Massage
Focused hands-on treatment for persistent muscular tension, adapted after an individual assessment.
Acupuncture
Traditional acupuncture with Silvia, with the treatment route selected around your health history and goals.
Suitability and comfort
Tell us what you need before treatment
Tell the clinic about your health history, medicines, pregnancy, recent surgery, injury, skin problems, or any symptoms you are concerned about. Your practitioner can adjust the pressure and position, or advise when Shiatsu is not the right option.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. During the session, let your practitioner know if the pressure, stretch, temperature, or position needs to be changed.
Frequently asked questions
Shiatsu massage FAQs
What is Shiatsu massage?
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Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese hands-on therapy. Your practitioner uses comfortable pressure, stretches, and supportive techniques through clothing, adapting the session around your health history, comfort, and goals.
What can Shiatsu massage help with?
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People may enquire about Shiatsu for relaxation, general muscular tension, stress, tiredness, body awareness, or a sense of restricted movement. Your practitioner will discuss your reason for booking and whether the treatment is appropriate.
What should I wear for Shiatsu?
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Shiatsu is normally performed through comfortable, loose clothing. Wear something that allows you to move easily and tell your practitioner if anything feels restrictive.
Is Shiatsu massage painful?
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Shiatsu pressure should be adapted to your comfort. Some areas may feel more focused or tender, but you can ask your practitioner to reduce or change the pressure at any time.
How many Shiatsu sessions will I need?
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There is no standard number of sessions. Some people book Shiatsu for occasional relaxation, while others prefer regular support. Your practitioner can review how you feel and discuss appropriate next steps with you.
Is Shiatsu suitable for everyone?
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Tell the clinic about your health history, medicines, pregnancy, recent surgery, injury, skin problems, or any symptoms you are concerned about. Your practitioner will check suitability and advise when medical assessment is more appropriate.
How much does Shiatsu massage cost?
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The current price depends on the appointment available with the practitioner. Check the prices page or contact SoCo Therapies for the latest treatment details.
Client experiences
Kind words from our clients
“I've been suffering with shoulder aches caused by sitting at a computer for too long. After 3 sessions with Joanna the aches have gone and I feel I'm sitting/standing straighter again due to less rounding of my shoulders. Joanna does a firm deep massage which is highly effective. Strongly recommended.”
“I’ve been going to SoCo Therapies for sports massages with Molly for over a year. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and always knows exactly how to help with aches and muscle tension. I always leave feeling so much better. Highly recommend!”
“First visit this morning and had an appointment with Lauren. Absolutely brilliant Lauren met me in reception on time and took me through to her treatment room. Very professional polite and easy to chat to. The sports massage was amazing never once did she hurt me and was always asking if everything was ok which it was so much so I have rebooked. Lauren was 10/10”
Your care team
Practitioners who offer this treatment
Choose from the practitioners currently listed for this treatment on SoCo Therapies' Jane booking pages.
Silvia Ferreira
Chinese Acupuncture + Shiatsu Massage Therapist
MAA, RARA
Bournemouth
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