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 History of Tui Na MassageChinese Tui Na was called massage or Mosuo in ancient times. The term Tui Na was first seen in the Ming Dynasty. Chinese Tui Na is a therapeutic approach guided by the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and used to treat diseases through massage manipulations. It is an important component of TCM and is very effective in curing and preventing diseases.
About Tui NaTui Na specialises with massaging along the meridians throughout the whole body. Meridians are channels that run through the body and are related to specific organs. Through the meridians, Qi and blood internally get to the viscera, and externally to the muscles on the surface to nourish the whole body.
How does Tui Na work?Tui Na works by massaging and putting pressure along the meridians to cleanse and detoxify the body. This restores the smooth flow of Qi and blood, removing obstructions, restoring balance and helping to rid the body of pain and prevent illness. This massage also focuses on specific acupressure points along the meridians to help release blockages.
What conditions can it help?Tui Na can help a very large number of conditions as does Reflexology, such as: Pain, stress, IBS, PMS, cramps, depression, insomnia, lack of energy levels, and many more.
How many treatments do I need?A course of treatment would be similar as for Reflexology, depending on the condition and the individual. A treatment plan would be discussed with the client during the consultation on the first visit.
What Happens during a Tui Na Massage?The session lasts approximately 1 hour. The client remains fully clothed, removing only shoes. A treatment couch will be used for you to lie on. You will need to wear comfortable clothing or bring something with you to change into. A cotton cloth is used on top of the clothing to apply the massage. Feedback between client and practitioner will be discussed with a light refreshment.
Rose Oliver, founder of Double Dragon Allience (DDA)DDA member Carly Kite recently completed her level 2 & 3 Tuina Internship course, sponsored by Double Dragon Alliance Cultural Centre and Conjoint Health Advisory Service.
Carly spent the last 3 months learning intensely at Dr Li’s clinic, studying his Tuina system for overall health promotion and maintenance, TCM diagnosis techniques, Tuina treatment methods for various conditions and ailments and elementary acupuncture and cupping.
DDA assistant, Ms Sunny Xu acted as an interpreter for Carly throughout the course, helping pass on the information from the doctors, as well as occasionally acting as a model for Carly to practice on.
Over the course of the 3 months training, Carly’s Tuina treatment techniques reached a level where the doctors felt she was also using her energy and “spirit”, in addition to the physical movements, which meant that her massage penetrated through to the meridians and left the “patient” feeling cleansed and massaged within, rather than simply massaging them on a muscular level only.
Carly’s own reflexology training alongside the information and techniques taught by Dr Li, helped give her a real sense of the healing techniques and concepts required in Tuina therapy; and that coupled with her very real desire to “help and heal” others has certainly taken her treatments to a very high standard. (Something I can personally attest to, having just had a wonderful reflexology treatment from her!)
Carly and her husband Jules have been residents in Shanghai for over 18 months, and both are keen Taiji students. They both attended the 2008 DDA Shanghai Martial Arts Camp and are currently studying Yang Style Taiji with Master Wang Ming Bo.With Rose Oliver & Dr Li |
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