What is Tui Na?

Tui Na is a massage modality that is applied as part of traditional Chinese medicine. This bodywork seeks to balance the body's internal energy, traditionally known as the qi or chi. During a session, the clients wear loose clothing and lay on the  table as I work on them. Tui Na can help reduce pain and stress, along with treating disorders of the muscular and skeletal system.  I have been trained by a Chinese Master and specialize in this ancient form of massage.  Tui Na is especially effective when used in conjunction with P-DTR.

How does Tui Na work?

Pushing

The name Tui Na actually indicates the two main techniques used during the session. "Tui" means pushing. I use my hands and push down on a body. I will follow specific energy meridians, and the pushing is meant to restore the proper flow of qi along these pathways. There are energy collection points along these meridians that might require extra pressure.

Pulling

"Na" means to lift and pinch. I use my fingers to lightly pull the skin away from the body and pinch it. These pinches are fast paced, and because I am grabbing large areas of your skin, they do not hurt. The pinching motions also follow the energetic pathways. They're meant to bring qi to the surface of the skin, which helps expel any negative energy. 

Sweeping

I will quickly sweep my hands over the clients' body to promote the flow of qi. The sweeping motion is performed with both hands and goes in an outward direction. As I briskly sweeps over your skin, qi is rising to the surface and bad energy is being expelled from the body. 

Percussion

Percussive moves, like the chopping and beating used in Swedish massage, are employed to relax the body and stimulate the underlying channels of energy. Using my fists or cupped hands, I will quickly pound areas of your body, again focusing on the energetic pathways. This stimulates the flow of qi and can bring deep layers of energy to the surface.