What is Tui-Na Therapy?

A Tui-Na session may seem like a cross between the Shiatsu and Acupressure. Tuina or tui-na (pronounced twee-nah) massage is one of the four main traditional Chinese medicine branches. The other three are acupuncture, qi gong, and Chinese herbal medicine. It originated in ancient China and is one of the oldest systems of bodywork.

Like Shiatsu, Tui-Na uses rhythmic compression along energy channels of the body, as well as a variety of techniques that manipulate and lubricate the joints. Like acupressure, Tui Na directly affects the flow of energy by holding and pressing the body at acupressure points.

This style most resembles Western approaches because of the percussive movements and long strokes. Tui-Na is frequently site specific, treating the area of dysfunction, it is not a general massage as is done in a spa setting. Tui Na is designed to prevent problems, not just correct them. By keeping the body’s energy in balance, health is maintained. This is true not just for physical health, but for mental and emotional well-being as well.

Tui-Na is frequently done through clothing or with a sheet or towel over the skin. Occasionally liniment or oils may be used to increase the effectiveness of the treatment.

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