Ashiatsu, sometimes known as a barefoot massage, is a deep compression massage modality. Utilizing the feet while suspended from a bar, ashiatsu therapists deliver deep pressure, gliding strokes, and assisted stretching while working with gravity.
Benefits of Ashiatsu 
- Reduces pain and stress
- Balances posture
- Increases joint range of motion
- Enhances athletic performance
- Promotes restful sleep
- Improves circulation
Ashiatsu is Similar to Traditional Deep Tissue Massage
Ashiatsu is similar to a traditional deep tissue massage, as both involve deep compression and offer the same benefits. This specialized technique is ideal for patients who want a deep tissue massage, but don’t like the invasiveness of elbows and thumbs. The foot is broader and therefore less proddy, but can still be applied to all the same knotted tissues in the body, with the exception of the face and stomach.
Even though it is less painful, ashiatsu can provide three times the amount of pressure as a traditional deep tissue. Aside from the use of feet rather than hands and arms, the difference between ashiatsu and deep tissue is their relationship with gravity. Deep tissue works against gravity, whereas ashiatsu works with it. This allows ashiatsu to provide deep therapy, but without the discomfort often accompanied by deep tissue.
Contraindications
Ashiatsu is not for everyone. The following conditions are contraindicated for this modality.
- Pregnancy or trying to conceive
- Compromised immune system
- Contagious skin disorders
- High or low blood pressure
- Recent injuries or surgeries
- Liver or kidney disorders
- Autoimmune disorders
- Diabetes
Choose ONE of the Following: Myofascial Release Therapy, Thai Massage, Ultimate Relaxation Massage, Hot Stone Massage, and Ashiatsu Massage*.
60 Min
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*Ashiatsu is only available in 90 Min and 120 Min sessions.
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