What's the difference between accupressure and shiatsu massage?

[asitisnow]

Since they're based on the same system (Oriental Medicine) how different can they be?

 

[In my humble opinion...]

In addition to sungazer84's comment:

Acupressure is usually done to a specific area(s) to relieve a specific ailment.
Shiatsu Massage typically works on pressure points but is done to the whole body along the different channels.

 

[kurtiobst]

one sounds like a weather station and the other sounds like something done in a bathroom after eating sushi.

 

[flabbrgastdNY24]

"Acupressure/Shiatsu - An ancient Chinese method of finger pressure along the meridians or channels of the body. Pressure is applied - and may be sustained - to acupuncture points in order to release excess Chi or to bring energy to certain areas of the body. This is a blend of bodywork and energy work. *Acupressure vs. Shiatsu - Shiatsu is typically done on a mat (clothing on) and incorporates stretching, palm pressure and exercises."