Tui Na is an ancient holistic Chinese treatment used to restore the body, mind and spirit to the healthiest possible condition by ensuring the best energy flows between muscles and bones. Tui Na ultimately goes way beyond, over and above mere massage techniques. And unlike many other informally-taught treatments, Tui Na has a recognized and formal qualification structure in China. Indeed final Master qualification is only granted by the Government’s overarching body.

 

To be a recognised Tuina Master one needs 10 years experience. In China, there are 5 formally recognized levels:

 

Beginner level: at least 120 hrs tuition, can practice 20 different techniques. Can give a deep relaxation treatment

Medium level: 1-3 years experience after beginner level, another 120 hrs study, a good level of competence at most techniques. Can give deep relaxation treatment and therapeutic massage on a muscle and ligament level

Higher level: 3-6 years experience after medium level, another 100 hrs study, can treat most of the muscle and bone problems. Is able to treat bone problems and giving a Qi to heal

Master level: 5-8 years experience after higher level, can also use Qigong to give treatment to patient, and have membership of the society of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Only about 1000 therapist are awarded by this title.

Senior Master level: it is a title given only by the Chinese government. There are just 50 people in the world awared

 

The first 2 levels are still called “massage”, which give deep relaxation to client.

At the higher level we call it “Tuina”, which gives treatment to the patient.

 

Tui Na treatment is a deep and powerful remedial massage which is used to:

• Treat specific medical conditions (neck pain, frozen shoulder, back pain, sciatica, slipped disc,  headache, migraine, stress, low energy, poor circulation, digestive disorders, cough, heaviness on the chest, rheumatism, arthritis, joint pains, sports injuries)

• Aid in rehabilitation after injury.

• Maintain health as part of preventative health care.

• Tui Na uses powerful invigorating techniques that are unique to the therapy. Depending on what is required, the massage can be strong, dynamic and focused on problem areas leaving you highly energized, or can use extremely gentle techniques leaving you completely relaxed.