Amatsu | Body Alignment Clinic
Feel More Balanced, Move More Freely, Live with Less Pain
Amatsu therapy for the body, mind and spirit with Breda Walsh, Amatsu Orthopath in Dublin 8.
Something doesn't feel quite right
When something isn't right in your body, it can affect everything - how you move, how you sleep, and how you go about your day. You may not be sure exactly what's wrong, but you know you're not as comfortable or at ease as you used to be.
You might be adjusting how you move, avoiding certain activities, or just pushing through. But without addressing what's underlying it, the body continues to compensate, and over time, that leads to further imbalance and more persistent pain.
This is where Amatsu can help.
A gentle, whole-body approach to healing
WHAT IS AMATSU?
Amatsu is a gentle, hands-on therapy rooted in traditional Japanese medicine. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, it works with the body as a whole - identifying the underlying causes of pain, tension, and imbalance, and encouraging the body to return to its natural state of ease.
Treatments are carried out on a massage table, fully clothed, are non-invasive, and suitable for all ages.
Amatsu may help with:
Back, neck and shoulder pain
Sciatica and groin pain
Headaches and migraines
Hip, knee and joint issues
Postural imbalances
Digestive disorders, including IBS
Pelvic misalignment
Stress, fatigue and low energy
Recovery from injury
Meet Breda
I'm an Amatsu Orthopath with over 24 years of experience - first as a patient, and since 2019, as a practitioner. My own journey with chronic back pain, and the transformation Amatsu brought to my life, is what drives my passion for this work.
I hold a Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic and Soft Tissue Therapy and am a registered member of the Amatsu Association of Ireland (A.A.I.) and ROSTI. I believe deeply in the body's innate ability to heal - and in the power of movement, food and mindfulness to support it.
*Note: Treatments are covered by most major health insurance providers, including VHI, Laya, Aviva, Glo and St. Paul's Garda.
What to expect
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01 ‣ Your first session
We begin with a conversation about what's been going on for you, building a picture of how your body has been adapting over time.
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02 ‣ During treatment
You remain fully clothed while gentle, hands-on techniques assess and work with the body. The treatment is quiet and respectful.
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03 ‣ After your session
You may notice changes straight away, or more gradually over the following days. I'll suggest small, practical ways to support the work between treatments.
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04 ‣ Ongoing support
For a specific issue, 3–6 treatments are usually recommended. Many clients continue with occasional maintenance to stay in balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Amatsu is a gentle, hands-on therapy with its roots in traditional Japanese medicine. It works with the body as a whole, helping to restore balance, ease tension and support natural movement.
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We begin with a short conversation about what’s been going on for you. Treatment is carried out with you fully clothed, on a massage plinth/table using gentle techniques to work with the body and support it back towards balance. In Amatsu we treat the whole body and not just the symptom bringing the body back to its homeostasis/zero point. Amatsu never uses force and is considered a very safe therapy.
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No - Amatsu is a gentle and non-invasive treatment. Most people find it relaxing, subtle and very pleasant.
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Comfortable, loose clothing is best, as treatment is carried out with you fully clothed.
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This depends on what’s going on for you. For a specific issue, a course of 3–6 treatments is often recommended. Most people then choose to come for occasional maintenance to keep themselves in balance.
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A session usually lasts between 50 minutes and one hour.
Testimonials
“I feel wonderful and restful after my Amatsu treatments with Breda which encourage my body back into balance. To me Breda is a natural healer who has an incredible understanding of anatomy and the workings of the systems in the body. The Amatsu alignments give me an even greater sense of what triggers my imbalances and a deeper awareness of the inner workings of my own body.”
★★★★★
Anto Kearney
“I had tried everything for my issue; physiotherapy, chiropractic. I wasted so much money but with only one session of Amatsu my mind was blown away. I am no longer in pain. And besides Breda is amazing.”
★★★★★
Merilane De Negreiros
“I needed realignment after having a baby and Breda was just wonderful. I left each treatment feeling physically and mentally stronger and my posture improved immensely. Can‘t wait to go back again. Highly recommend.”
★★★★★
Eva Hein-West
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