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Positioning the Client for Traditional Shiatsu using Restorative Yoga Techniques by Ellen Driscoll, PT, Restorative Instructor,
OWNER of Shape Shifters Wellness Studio
What is restorative yoga?
•How can positions of restorative asanas benefit clients?
•PREPARE Necessary Props: Wedges, Rolls, Pillows, Blankets (home-made or traditional) Also a weighted eye mask can be helpful for relaxation
•QUIETNESS/MUSIC/SCENTS/DARKNESS/CANDLELIGHT/WARMTH
•CHOOSING POSITIONS (futon OR table) FOR CERTAIN CONDITIONS-CREATE A SIMPLE YET EFFECTIVE FLOW OF NO MORE THAN 3-5 POSITIONS FOR ONE HOUR
•ALWAYS be purposeful.
•ALWAYS avoid painful ranges.
•ALWAYS BUT gently create space and symmetry.
•CALMLY ground the breath
•SET AN INTENTION FOR HEALING-Client has personal intention as well
•OPENING CHAKRA can be alternated with a Counter-pose: EX; Throat to Heart Opener followed by Chest (throat and solar plexus) Closer in long seated or prone (child pose) positions
Guide the Session with a soothing Therapeutic voice and assisted transitions but don’t overcorrect the position.
SUPINE ASANAS
Supported Core
Supported Lower Body
Lower Body Twist
PRONE ASANAS
Supported Core
Supported Upper Body
Upper Body Twist
CHILD'S POSE
SIDE-LYING ASANAS
Supported Upper Body
EXTREME BILATERAL ALTERNATED (R OPPOSE l) STRETCHES UBF/LBE, UBE/LBF
LONG-SEATED
MODIFIED SEATED
END THE SESSION (CLIENT RESTS) WITH EYE COVER/BLANKET AND PILLOW ATOP ABDOMINAL AREA X 5 MINUTES!
Ellen Driscoll
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