Tui Na Massage
What is Tui Na Massage?
Tui Na is a Chinese therapeutic massage technique that uses kneading, pressing, and stretching to balance Qi, relieve pain, and promote healing.
This ancient practice focuses on rhythmic compressions and manual techniques along the body’s meridians. Its english translation is ‘Push-Pull’. Tui Na is a cornerstone technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Tui Na uses rhythmic manipulations such as gliding, kneading, and percussion etc. along the meridians of the body, to promote circulation and lubricate the joints.
Tuina practitioners also use their hands to sense and assess the distribution of energy within the body. This allows them to influence the flow of Qi, bringing harmony to both the physical and energetic systems while addressing chronic pain or promoting relaxation. Tuina offers a deeply revitalizing experience for the mind and body.
How Tui Na Works?
Tui Na involves a variety of manual techniques designed to:
- Promote circulation
- Lubricates and aligns joints
- Releases myofascial tissues
- Restore the balanced flow of Qi (life force energy)
What are the methods used in a Tui Na massage?
Practitioners use a range of methods, including:
- Gliding (Tui)
- Kneading (Na)
- Percussion (Da)
- Friction, pulling, rotation, rocking, vibration, and shaking
Tui Na directly addresses the body’s acupressure points and meridians, enhancing vitality and overall well-being.
Unlike conventional massage, Tui Na works not only on muscles, bones, and joints but also on a deeper energetic level. This holistic approach helps restore balance to the body’s energy flow, supporting long-term health and wellness.