WATSU® Therapy: What the Research Shows
WATSU® (Water Shiatsu) is a form of gentle aquatic bodywork performed in warm water and guided by a trained therapist. Recent research has explored its effects on pain, mood, and body awareness. Below is an excerpt from a peer-reviewed, open-access study examining the therapeutic impact of WATSU® therapy.
“WATSU (Water-Shiatsu) increases body awareness and improves pain and mood.”
— Danner U., Avian A., Ilming E., et al.
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 2024
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