1. a form of Japanese massage therapy that uses finger pressure on specific points of the body to promote healing and relaxation

Examples

• She scheduled a shiatsu session to help with her back pain.
• The spa offers various treatments including shiatsu and Swedish massage.
• He studied shiatsu techniques in Japan for two years.
• Shiatsu practitioners use their thumbs and palms to apply pressure.
• Many people find shiatsu helpful for stress relief.
• The shiatsu therapist worked on pressure points along her spine.