Tuina, with it´s roots in ancient China, belongs toTraditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Its philosophy is based on the same principles as acupuncture and qigong.

Tuina corresponds with the science known in the Western world as chiropractice.

 

It is a manual method of treatment, consisting of different massage techniques and is frequently used in physiotherapy. Tui means to push and na to grab.

An even earlier kind of Chinese massage is anmo, where an means to press and mo to stroke, an name still used to describe ordinary massage. There are a great number of Tuina techniques, originating from different parts of China. Tuina can be used to treat and cure many complaints, among others slipped discs, tennis albow, frozen shoulder, ischias, rheumatism, high blood pressure, various stress symptoms.

 

Tuina is, like acupuncture, an implement, manifesting the powerful principles and theories of TCM. This kind of treatment can be an alternative for people who, for some reason or another,  cannot accept needles. With various grips and manual techniques, the therapist produces favorable effects for health and well-being. The treatment is mostly very pleasant and Tuina is often used  for better fitness.