Ever heard of Ashiatsu massage? Not sure? Ashiatsu massage is also known as barefoot massage, an awesomely unique massage technique that fuses ancient Eastern medicine and modern Western practice. Simply put, Ashiatsu massage is a therapeutic massage technique where the practitioner uses their bodyweight and feet to apply pressure to your body.
This barefoot bodywork has roots stemming from Buddhist monks and emerged in various parts of Asia - starting in China and later on in other countries such as Japan and Thailand.
Today, as the benefits of massage therapy have gained widespread recognition, the styles of Ashiatsu have evolved and grown in popularity around the world - from the Philippines to Hawaii and India to name a few. Now, this type of massage can be found in most massage locations.
The use of feet to apply deep, broad strokes to your muscles is what sets this type of massage apart from other styles. The deep penetration and use of pressure are what make it awesome for relieving tension, improving circulation, and promoting overall relaxation.
In Japanese, Ashi means foot and atsu means pressure - which translates to foot pressure. As the therapist uses their feet, they can apply deeper pressure using their bodyweight and also use longer strokes to release any muscle knots. Getting a massage in this style will indeed involve the practitioner being on your back and using bars for support and balance.
