What is Tui Na body work?
The meaning of the name “Tui Na” is derived from the Chinese language and directly ties to the hands-on-treatment method. The word “Tui” translates to “push” and the word “Na” translates to “grasp.” In China, Tui Na is used to alleviate a wide variety of conditions. Tui Na works on the superficial and deeper muscles while also acknowledging the energy system within the body. All of the body’s organs, tissues, and mind receive energy from Qi, which travels along pathways called meridians or channels. Tui na helps to facilitate the flow of these networks.
How Does it Work?
Tui Na affects the flow of Qi so that it flows freely and uniformly throughout the body by applying pressure to the meridians or channels. Your body’s Qi distribution has a significant impact on your physical, mental, and emotional health. According to Asian medicine, all illnesses are brought on by abnormalities and obstructions in the movement of Qi. You feel calm, assured, and energized and enthusiastic when your Qi-flow is in harmony.
Very intense emotions are also viewed as excesses. The harmonious flow of Qi in the body is impacted by emotions such as joy, fear, anger, sadness, and worry. Every organ system in the body is associated with a specific emotion. For instance, sadness has an impact on the lungs, which might result in fatigue and dyspnea or shortness of breath. Although feeling emotions are normal, it’s the harboring of emotion that can be a problem. This can lead to a build of anger and sadness. On the other hand excessive excitement can overstimulate the flow of Qi, creating symptoms like insomnia and restlessness.
The smooth flow of Qi is encouraged by restful sleep, regular exercise, a healthy diet, and contented relationships. Maintaining harmony and balance in all facets of our lives is ideal, but it may be very challenging and requires work to achieve. When emotional and exterior elements are out of balance, tui na and acupuncture can be useful and effective in bringing Qi back into balance.
What Are The Benefits?
In order to regulate Qi-flow across the body, Tui Na takes a comprehensive approach. To identify areas of Qi imbalance, your acupuncturist will inquire about a patient’s health and lifestyle and conduct extensive observations. This will show which meridians require therapy in order to bring harmony back, as well as the precise locations on those meridians where the best results will be obtained.
Tui Na is very useful for relieving joint and muscular discomfort brought on by wear and tear, sports injuries, long-term stress, or any other reason. All massage techniques promote relaxation, but Tui Na balances the underlying energy issues linked to stress by regulating Qi-flow in addition to relaxing the muscles. Stress exacerbates a number of chronic diseases, including irritable bowel syndrome, which can be significantly alleviated by using Tui Na’s deep massage methods to particular locations. In addition to being a successful remedy for a number of particular diseases and disorders, Tui Na also increases vitality and well-being, which strengthens the immune system and enhances overall health.
What Should I Expect?
Tui Na is similar to a deep tissue massage. Similarly some Tui Na methods may be initially uncomfortable for the recipient, but they should never be excruciatingly painful. The tissues and muscles will feel soothed and energized after a strong kneading and pushing massage. Every internal organ and the body’s whole musculoskeletal system are fully stimulated by Tui Na. Both the mind and the emotions will be impacted since it rebalances Qi-flow. After receiving a Tui Na treatment, the patient typically feels happier, more energized, and enlivened. However, like other deep massage techniques, Tui Na can occasionally release emotional energy or have feelings of lethargy. if this does occur it’s important to rest and allow the process of the rest and repair phase versus powering through while fatigued.
