The Grupo Mayan resorts of Mexico offer our guests wonderful spa services. Each of our exclusive resorts has a spa onsite with expert spa professionals to help you relax and rejuvenate your body.

Many techniques used in the Grupo Mayan spas are based on ancient healing arts. Several of our services use herbs and other natural ingredients to purify the skin the body. One especially relaxing and healing technique popular with many of our guests is Shiatsu massage.

Shiatsu massage is an age old Asian massage technique that is now recognized in the western world as having specific powers to heal both the mind and body. Originally from Japan, Shiatsu massage techniques have spread to many spas and health centers around the world say the Grupo Mayan spa professionals.

The term Shiatsu means ìfinger pressureî. According to the Grupo Mayan spa professionals Shiatsu techniques motivate the flow of blood through a personís body. This flow of blood helps stimulate mental and physical healing. Shiatsu seeks to help your body find balance between the mental and physical realms.

Shiatsu is based on the belief the body is a road map of blood vessels and veins. Any ìblipî along the path of blood flow is indicative of a loss of energy. These ruptures can also cause problems with your organs and tissue.

According to the Grupo Mayan professionals shiatsu is an all natural massage technique that does involve using needles. The Grupo Mayan Shiatsu experts use points of their body, such as their elbows, feet, palms, and fingers to stimulate blood flow and correct any obstructions.

The Grupo Mayan professionals tell us there are two different types of pressure used in Shiatsu. Moderate or easy pressure is used to stretch and relax the muscles of the entire body. More concentrated pressure is applied to explicit areas to work on certain areas of concern.

No matter which form of pressure is used the body will receive many benefits from Shiatsu. Muscles and body tissues will reach a point of extreme relaxation. Pressure will stimulate your circulatory system to release toxins. The Grupo Mayan Shiatsu experts say you will also see an immediate release of built up stress. Other benefits include improved circulation and immune system performance.

Shiatsu, say the Grupo Mayan experts, is a safe massage technique for all of our guests. If you have been extremely tense before your Grupo Mayan vacation a massage at our spa will help ease your built up tension. If you are experiencing specific health issues your doctor might even suggest Shiatsu as a part of your treatment. The Grupo Mayan spa pros urge any guests experiencing aches and pains to schedule an appointment at a Grupo Mayan spa for a Shiatsu massage.

Guests who have discovered the many benefits of Shiatsu at our Grupo Mayan resorts often continue to receive Shiatsu treatments at home. There are many holistic healing centers and physical therapists who offer healing Shiatsu massage therapy.