Tuina

Tuina is form of therapeutic bodywork used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The word can be broken down into “Tui" and “Na”—which translates to pushing and grasping respectively—referring to the types of massage techniques used in this modality.  

It’s performed by applying pressure—using their fingers, hands, elbows, knees, and certain tools— to stimulate acupuncture points, remove blockages, correct the flow of meridian pathways and activate the circulation of qi and blood in muscles, joints and tissues.  By correcting the flow of energy through the body and balancing yin and yang energies, the body improves its ability to heal and prevent disease—both physically and mentally.