What is Tuina Massage

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Tuina is foundationally a holistic form of deep tissue bodywork working to treat more then stress and muscular skeletal conditions. it utilises Traditional Chinese medicine theory and acupuncture points to work on an array of issues from digestive issues to headaches and menstruation issues. 

 

The etymology of the terms "Tui" (to push) and "Na" (to grasp) show dualistic principle at the foundation of all bodywork. These foundational hand techniques serve as the basis for the practice. This groundwork is further developed into a sophisticated system of 27 distinct manual techniques that define this dynamic bodywork modality.

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Tuina follows Chinese medicine theory being part of the ancient Chinese medical system encompassing acupuncture, Qigong and herbal medicine. its holistic approach is very effective at not only curative treatments but also preventative therapy building bodily resilience and restoring balance.

 

It is a form or medical bodywork and energetic rebalancing, working on the dualistic principles of Ying and Yang, excess and deficiency. the practitioner looks to nourish Qi or vital energy when depleted and removed blockages when energy is stagnated. It  functions on the classical acupuncture model of the 12 meridians working to restore harmony in the channels and thus the body.