Kiatsu for head and neck pain uses a series of pressure points along the lines of the body. Learn how to administer this alternative medicine with expert tips in this free healing arts video series.
The kiatsu chest line A runs down the center of the neck and chest. Learn how to apply gentle pressure on chest line A with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu chest line B for neck treatment is located two finger widths on either side of the center of the body. Learn the kiatsu chest line B with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu chest line C for neck treatment is located two or three finger widths on either side of the body's center. Learn the kiatsu chest line C with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
In kiatsu, chest techniques include applying pressure from the center of the body and moving outward. Learn other chest techniques with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
On the face, kiatsu lines A and B for headache treatment run down the center of the face. Learn how to use kiatsu on the face with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu lines C, D, & E on the face are located under the eye, across the jaw, and above the lip. Learn how to use kiatsu on the face with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
In kiatsu, line A for headache treatment is the line running along the center of head. Learn how to use kiatsu on line A with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
In kiatsu, line B on the scalene muscles in the neck can be manipulated to relieve pain. Learn how to manipulate scalene muscles on line B with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Line C in kiatsu for headache treatment is two finger widths to either side of the center of the skull. Learn how to use kiatsu on line C with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu line C on the scalene neck muscles is close to the ears. Learn how to apply kiatsu to line C on the scalene muscles with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
In kiatsu, line D for headache treatment is two knuckle widths above the ear. Learn how to use kiatsu on line D with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Line B in kiatsu for headache treatment is one finger width to either side of the center of the skull. Learn how to use kiatsu on line B with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu neck traction helps the body realign itself. Learn how to apply neck traction with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Move to the outer shoulder with kiatsu to treat shoulder and neck pain. Learn how to use kiatsu on the shoulders with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu can be used to relax injured or tight shoulder muscles by applying pressure to surrounding areas. Learn how kiatsu can relax the shoulder with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Treat shoulder pain and tightness with kiatsu by applying pressure to the muscles and rotating the head. Learn about kiatsu on the shoulders with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu can be used as a treatment for headaches by using firm pressure on certain areas of the head and neck. Learn about kiatsu headache treatments with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Kiatsu is a pressure based healing technique using thumbs and fingertips as primary instruments. Learn more about kiatsu with tips from a kiatsu expert in this free alternative medicine video.
Summary: Aikido was developed in the 1920s and 1930s by Marihei Ueshiba by blending traditional martial studies, philosophy, and religious beliefs. Known as “the way of harmonious spirit,” Aikido teaches to defend oneself while protecting the attacker from injury. Redirecting the force of the attack instead of direct opposition reflects Ueshiba’s vision of universal peace and reconciliation.
The healing branch of aikido is called kiatsu. Kiatsu uses pressure to pass energy through the body. In this free healing arts video series, a kiatsu expert demonstrates several techniques to treat head and neck pain. Learn how to identify kiatsu lines across the body, what kind of pressure is beneficial and how to communicate with the person receiving the treatment. Find out ways to treat injuries and pain by removing stress and strain. Kiatsu can benefit anyone because it improves circulation, reduces tension, and enhances overall health.
Expert: Sensei Derdeyn was born in 1975 and soon moved to Sao Paulo, Brazil where he received his first introductions to martial arts via Brazilian Jujitsu (BJJ) and Capoiera. It would not be until the age of six that he began his study of martial arts in earnest in Judo. After six years in Judo and several cross-national moves, Sensei Derdeyn and his family moved to Ausitn, Texas where he continued his studies in the Japanese martial arts vis-a-via Aikido under the instruction of Mark Leidig Sensei (formerly of Shin Budo Kai Aikido under Shihan Imaizumi Shizuo.) With exposure to Muy Thai, (a continued study of Capoiera and BJJ), Arnis, and with some involvement in the Chinese Internal Arts his focus resumed in earnest with the Japanese based arts. During college he taught both Aikido and Capoiera to at-risk youth via the Gary Job Corp Center in San Marcos, unversity students at Texas State University (TSU), and women's basic self-defence (TSU). While completing his Master’s in Public Administration sensei D