Ashiatsu is an ancient form of bodywork derived from Buddhist monks, and it’s, sometimes referred to as barefoot Shiatsu. The word Ashiatsu combines two Japanese words “ashi” – “foot” and “atsu” – “pressure”.
The therapist supports themselves with bars suspended from the ceiling while applying different strokes with their clean, soft feet along the back of your body. The therapist uses various techniques on the soft tissues that surround the muscles.
Ashiatsu is a combination of deep flowing strokes and compression of the muscles and is best when done in a series of massages so that results can be seen.
With Back Walking / Ashiatsu, the body’s desire to remember what “normal” is coming back naturally and effortlessly. This type of massage is recommended for more experienced spa-goers since you can be betaking a considerable amount of pressure in one spot.