TuiNa

 

What is TuiNa?

It is a medical massage that integrates Eastern and Western diagnostic techniques and then applies traditional techniques to treat a range of health problems.  It works by encouraging blood to the injured site and thereby restores the smooth flow of Qi.  Even though effective for internal complaints, its main application is for muscular-skeletal problems.   These include

 

Chronic and acute back pain

Neck ache

Headaches or arm pain due to compression of the neck

Sports injuries

General aches and pains

Frozen shoulder

 

Not only is TuiNa effective for specific ailments but is recommended for sports people as a preventive therapy.  It can reduce the risk of injury and help maintain performance.

 

What to expect on your first visit

During the first consultation a full medical history is taken; any specific health concerns are discussed and, finally western styled osteopathic tests are applied. From this information a diagnosis is made.

 

Specific massage and manipulation techniques are applied depending upon the diagnosis.  Each session may be between 30mins to 1 hour.  Many techniques are invigorating and often alleviate pain quite quickly.  For more serious or chronic problems, acupuncture may be recommended simultaneously.