Tui Na (pronounced "twee nah") is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practice. Tui Na involves various hands-on techniques, including massage, manipulation, and acupressure, to stimulate the flow of qi (vital energy) within the body and promote healing. It is often used in conjunction with acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, and other traditional modalities.
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Principles: Tui Na is based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, which views health as a state of balance and harmony between the body's internal organs, meridians (energy channels), and qi (vital energy). Tui Na techniques are designed to remove obstructions, regulate qi circulation, and restore balance to the body's energetic systems.
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Techniques: Tui Na techniques encompass a wide range of manual manipulations, including: massage to stimulate acupoints and meridians, manipulation techniques to realign musculoskeletal structures, and passive movement techniques to loosen stiff joints, improve circulation, and reduce pain.
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Benefits: Tui Na is believed to have numerous health benefits, including: pain relief, improved circulation and lymphatic drainage, reduction of muscle tension and stiffness, enhanced relaxation and stress reduction, promotion of tissue healing and regeneration, regulation of body functions, emotional well-being, and mental clarity.