Traditional Chinese Massage: History, Benefits & Tui Na Techniques

Traditional Chinese massage grew as a healing art over 2000 years ago. With its holistic approach, Chinese massage focuses on the entire being, rather than on specific muscles. Special attention is paid to the flow of energy throughout the body.

Tui Na

• Tui Na is a traditional, therapeutic Chinese massage method that focuses on the flow of qi, or energy, through the body. It uses acupressure, manipulation and massage techniques to relieve joint injuries, treat internal symptoms, revitalize energy and realign the muscles and ligaments.

Chinese Foot Massage

• According to the study of reflexology, which is the basis for Chinese foot massage, each organ in the human body is connected to a point in the foot. Massaging these foot locations improves blood circulation and the immune system. Attention to the appropriate point on the foot can relieve pain throughout the body.

Acupressure

• Acupressure is the massage equivalent of acupuncture, and focuses on applying pressure to the acupuncture trigger points on the body. Pressure on these points allows for greater flow of qi, improved blood circulation, a reduction of tension and greater relaxation.