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Tui Na is an Oriental Bodywork Therapy that has been used
in China for 2,000 years. Tui Na uses the traditional Chinese
medical theory of the flow of Qi through the meridians as
its basic therapeutic orientation. Through the application
of massage and manipulation techniques Tui Na seeks to establish
a more harmonious flow of Qi through the system of channels
and collaterals, allowing the body to heal itself naturally.
Tui Na is now being popularized in this country as a powerful
therapeutic extension of traditional western massage methods.
Benefits/Contraindications
Tui Na's simplicity
and focus on specific problems, rather than a more generalized
treatment, make it both an excellent alternative and/or
extension of the Swedish-style massage. By utilizing treatments
of shorter duration, it can be used in a variety of settings,
including home, office, clinic or hospital. It is well suited
for both the professional massage therapist and the active,
health conscious individual. Tui Na methods include the
use of hand techniques to massage the soft tissue (muscles
and tendons) of the body, acupressure techniques to directly
affect the flow of Qi , and manipulation techniques to realign
the musculoskeletal and ligamentous relationships (bone-setting).
External herbal poultices, compresses, liniments, and salves
are also used to enhance the other therapeutic methods
Training/Licensing
Many massage
therapy or Oriental medicine schools offer advanced courses
in Tui Na. They can range from 12 to 30 hours in length.
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