The Watsu Hydrotherapy Method and its Applications

Abstract

Watsu, a combination of the words water and shiatsu, is the first type of water bodywork that was developed independently in 1980. Ιt is considered as a radical development in the body's health education. Water enriches and enhances shiatsu effects providing a better function of the nervous, musculoskeletal and energy system. It is Applied only  in water of 34-36 ° C. It includes mobilizations, stretches and pressures in specific areas where water vortices affect the body offering a unique feeling. Watsu is applied in 70 countries by health professionals, both as a mean of relaxation and prevention, in spa and wellness areas as well as in high lever sport circles. It is also provided in hospitals and rehabilitation clinics as a complementary health and rehabilitation treatment.