Tui na ([twéi.nǎ]; Chinese: 推拿) is form of alternative medicine similar to remedial massage. As a branch of traditional Chinese medicine, it is often used in conjunction with acupuncture, moxibustion, fire cupping, Chinese herbalism, tai chi or other Chinese internal martial arts, and qigong.
Acupressure, Massage
Acupressure is a technique similar in principle to acupuncture . It is based on the concept of life
energy which flows through meridians in the body. In treatment, physical pressure is applied
to acupuncture points with the aim of clearing blockages in those meridians.
Massage is the manipulation of soft tissues in the body. Massage techniques are commonly
applied with hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearms, feet, or a device. The purpose of massage is
generally for the treatment of body stress or pain.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Lymphatic drainage massage, also known as manual lymphatic drainage, relieves swelling that happens when medical treatment or illness blocks your lymphatic system. Lymphatic drainage massage involves gently manipulating specific areas of your body to help lymph move to an area with working lymph vessels.
Lymphatic drainage massage, is a gentle form of massage used to clearing away blockages in the lymphatic system that are obstructing the system’s normal fumction.
Aids in the elimination of metabolic waste.
Assists in the drainage of excess fluid.
Calms the nervous system thus relieving stress and tension throughout the entire body.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion, referred to as moxibustion or moxibustion, is made of moxa leaves and moxa sticks. The moxa heat generated by moxa stimulates acupoints or specific parts of the human body, and adjusts the physiological and biochemical functions of the human body by stimulating the activities of meridian qi, so as to achieve A method of treatment for the purpose of preventing and curing diseases. The mechanism of action of moxibustion is similar to that of acupuncture, and it has complementary therapeutic effects with acupuncture.
Cupping
Cupping is a type of alternative therapy that originated in China, which a therapist puts special
cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including
to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue
massage.
Gua Sha
Gua sha is a natural, alternative therapy that involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to
improve your circulation. This ancient Chinese healing technique may offer a unique approach to
better health, addressing issues like chronic