The Massage Watsu (or Water Shiatsu) it is a deeply relaxing aquatic therapy.

The movements are combined with a delicate stretching, with both the person giving and the person receiving Watsu is cradled in warm water.

The technique can be especially beneficial for releasing stress on the vertebrae, reliving back pain.

Joanne Santana is a certified Watsu instructor. Watsu instruction is on Friday afternoons after class from 4:00-6:00 at the YMCA in nearby Columbia, Tennessee.