What is Shiatsu?
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Shiatsu uses comfortable pressure, gentle stretches and joint mobilisation to help your body self‑regulate, reduce pain, and find a steadier rhythm.
Sessions with Jack are available in Melbourne CBD and Fitzroy.
A brief history
Modern Shiatsu grew in Japan during the 20th century from older manual therapies and Anma massage. Schools led by practitioners such as Tokujiro Namikoshi and later Shizuto Masunaga shaped how we practice today. Contemporary Shiatsu draws on the meridian framework of Chinese Medicine, linking assessment and treatment to channels and acupoints.
What to expect
Sessions are unhurried and adapted to how you're feeling on the day.
Arrive & settle
A brief conversation about what brings you in — no lengthy forms, just a quiet check-in to orient the session.
Treatment
You'll lie comfortably on the table in loose clothing. Pressure is applied with palms, thumbs and forearms — rhythmic and responsive to your body.
Debrief & close
A short debrief with take-home breath cues or movement suggestions to extend the benefits between sessions.
Frequently asked
What should I wear to a Shiatsu session?
Loose, comfortable clothing. Treatments are fully clothed unless cupping or gua sha (scraping) is applied.
Is Shiatsu suitable for stress and pain?
Yes. Many clients come for stress, neck and shoulder tension, headaches, sleep, and digestion support. Read more about Shiatsu for stress and burnout.
How many sessions do I need?
Some feel change after one session; a short series (3–4) helps consolidate benefits.
Where are you located?
At Ping Ming Health, 7/1 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000.
How do I book?
CBD sessions with Jack are booked through Ping Ming Health's booking system. Choose Meridian Massage and select Jack Logan as your practitioner. You can also call Ping Ming Health on (03) 9629 9920.
Can I claim private health?
Shiatsu is covered by a number of private health insurers as of 2026, though cover varies by fund and policy. We recommend checking with your insurer before your first session to confirm your entitlements.
Book a CBD session with Jack
CBD sessions are held at Ping Ming Health Melbourne. Bookings are managed through Ping Ming's booking system.
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Book with Jack at Ping Ming CBDPing Ming Health · Floor 7, 1 Elizabeth St, Melbourne CBD
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