In shiatsu-a Japanese word meaning finger pressure-the fingers, thumbs, elbows, knees and hands are all used to either relax or stimulate the energy flowing through the body to improve health and boost your body's natural healing powers. Now revised and repackaged for the first time since 1992, this authoritative step-by-step guide focuses on simple, effective techniques for a variety of health problems, including arthritis, backaches, emotional stress, headaches, menstrual, reproductive and respiratory problems.