Frequently Asked Questions
Where
did Amatsu come from?
Amatsu was derived from traditional Japanese medicine
and martial skills. It is based on the principals of natural movement.
Amatsu is a blend of modern research and ancient Japanese
physical therapies that date back approximately five thousand years.
It is still relatively unknown in the UK because Dr.
Hatsumi (the current Grandmaster of Amatsu) granted only three non-oriental
Master Teaching Licenses to Dennis Bartram, William Doolan and Chris Roworth
in the early 1990’s. They have in turn taught these skills to others
and there are now Practitioners across the UK and Ireland.
For a brief History of Amatsu
click on the acorn symbol.
How
is Amatsu regulated?
Amatsu is recognised as an Oriental Therapy by the Institute
for Complementary and Natural Medicine. The standard for practitioner
training includes accreditation of the course syllabus and content; practical
exams are invigilated by an adjudicator appointed by the ICNM.
The ICNM also administers the British Register of Complementary
Practitioners. To maintain membership of the BRCP members are required
to adhere to a Code of Ethics and complete continuing professional development
(CPD) training annually.
Who
is Amatsu suitable for?
Amatsu can be intense, relaxing, vigorous or extremely
gentle so it is suitable for all age groups including: sportspeople, children,
babies and pregnant mums, people with sedentary lifestyles and those in
their more advanced years or with limited mobility.
The practitioner will always work within the clients
comfort levels, questions are welcome and techniques can be explained
in easy to understand terms.
What
can be treated?
The following disorders and ailments have been treated
at The Acorn Clinic:
- Ankle problems
- Arthritic inflammation
- Asthma
- Backache
- Chronic pain relief
- Digestive disorders
- Fatigue
- Foot problems
- Frozen shoulder
- Golfers elbow
- Groin strain
- Hip problems
- Insomnia
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Jaw pain
- Knee problems
- Migraine and Headaches
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- Mobility problems
- Muscular spasms
- Pregnancy aches and pains
- Referred pain
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Restricted movement
- Rheumatic inflammation
- Sciatica
- Sinusitis
- Sports injuries
- Sprained joints
- Stiff neck
- Strained muscles
- Tennis elbow
- Trapped nerve
- Whiplash injuries
- Wrist and hand problems
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What
is a balance?
An Amatsu therapy treatment is known as a balance. It consists of assessment
of the current condition of the client, using diagnostic tests, muscle
checks, range of motion comparisons and client feedback. The Practitioner
then decides which techniques will be suitable. The client usually lies
down on a couch, if unable to lay flat; pillows and cushions are provided
for client comfort.
What
should I wear for a balance?
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing to enable the
Practitioner to move the body and reposition the limbs easily. Footwear
will be removed and pockets are emptied.
How
will I feel after a balance?
Many people feel different immediately after a balance,
taller, lighter and more relaxed or experience less pain. Sometimes it
may take a few days for the effects to become noticeable.
Will
I be given exercises to do at home?
Maybe, depending upon the injury/restriction and the
clients abilities. The practitioner may provide some advice relating to
your lifestyle and / or habits too.
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