This presentation explains how Amatsu Ireland is an invaluable technique treating a wide range of problems including: Neck Arthritis Discomfort during Pregnancy Shoulder Colic Sprains and Strains Back and Pelvis Joint Problems Postural Problems Muscle Spasm Headaches Circulatory Problems Sciatica Sports Injuries

2. It is performed to re-align the tension/compression in the tissues of the body and return it to homeostasis so it can heal itself.

3. Clients are clothed during the session, and the Practitioner works hands on, through the clothes.

4. Diagnostic tools used: Muscle Testing, Range of Motion and orthopaedic testing and Palpation.

5. The Therapists uses own body movement to affect the desired change in the client. It is performed on a Massage Table. The therapist follows the movement pattern in the client’ s body,to bring it to a point of resolution which releases tension in the tissues .

6. It is safe to use on people of all ages, from new born babies to the elderly as active participation is not necessary

7. It is safe to use on cancer patients. There is currently, a member of the Amatsu Association Ireland working with cancer patients at the Becon Clinic, Sandyford, Dublin 18 in the Cancer Support Centre.

8. Amatsu Therapists are trained to give aftercare advice to clients. This consists of advice on -Changing their lifestyle to maintain correct physical posture whilst walking, standing, sitting and lying. - Improving their eating habits.

11. Push- pull of the soft tissues of the body

12. Could be considered as a remedial massage

13. Seitai

14. Limb and joint mobilisation technique

15. ShindenJutsu

16. Ligamentous and visceral balancing

17. Kenkujutsu

19. Arthritis comes in many forms. Generally from the wear and tear of bones onto each other .

21. tightness in the joints, muscles and tissue of the head, neck, shoulders and back region

22. Misalignments of the bones in the neck can cause nerve compression

23. A diet high in refined foods and sugar (food allergies, dehydration)

24. Other - indigestion, constipation, blood sugar problems, liver congestion caused by poor diet, general congestion in the sinuses, menstrual disorders and water retention.

26. Identifying and releasing any other restricted areas of the body that might be affecting the diaphragm, ribcage or shoulder area.

27. Advising on dietary changes, water consumption, stretching and breathing exercises.

28. Helping the body regain its ability to handle blood sugar adequately using the physical therapy as well as diet.

30. Addressing spinal problems in the neck which alter the nerve and blood supply to the stomach and other organs of digestion. Issues here make proper function very difficult.

31. Problems with the thoracic region, perhaps caused by injury or previous acute respiratory illness, can affect the mobility of the ribcage and diaphragm and consequently the stomach which lies just below.

32. Releasing the muscle around the kidney area. Tightness in these muscles can lead to general dysfunction including problems like bloating and water retention.

33. Addressing these physical and structural issues as well as eliminating rout causes such as poor diet will lead to optimum health .

35. Refined foods will cause dysfunction of this valve

36. The symptoms of this include: IBS , Pain in the chest, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Bloating, liver congestion leading to haemorrhoids and skin problems, fatigue, black circles under the eyes, depression, wrist problems, sciatica, hip problems, knee and big toe ailments.

37. Amatsu therapy can reset a malfunctioning ICV and address the knock on effects of this. It can also identify and treat tight, restricted areas of the body that are possibly the root cause of problems in the bowels, relieving pain and symptoms and restoring proper function. These include the neck and jaw !

38. AMATSU - Contact Details : Xavier Vercaemst244 Hampton SquareNavan RoadDublin 7Tel: 087 281 26 06email: xavier.vercaemst@gmail.com