medicine and qi gong. Using the principles of TCM diagnosis, there are many unique massage techniques that can be applied in a Tuina session to address the presenting condition. In China it is used in hospitals as the treatment of choice for almost any kind of musculo-skeletal disorder and is often considered more effective for these types of pain conditions than any other type of bodywork.

What can be treated?
A skilled tuina practitioner will have spent many years honing techniques and skills so that they can treat physical disorders as well as conditions of an internal nature. The following conditions generally respond very well to tuina treatments. The list below is by means exhaustive, please call or email to discuss your condition and to find out if you would like to make an appointment.

• Muscle and skeletal pain
• joint problems, neck, upper and lower back problems, 
• sprains and sporting injuries
• Stress, depression and anxiety
• Headaches/migraines
• Disorders of the digestive system
• IBS, diarrhoea, constipation, bloating
• Disorders of the respiratory system 
• Male sexual health disorders
• Gynaecological problems
• Menstrual irregularities, PMT, Menopausal symptoms
• Infertility (male and female)
• Pregnancy/birth/post-natal
• Morning sickness, Breech presentation, Induction

What Happens in a Session?
A session includes a consultation, diagnosis and treatment which will be specific to your condition and usually takes 60 minutes.

Tuina feels different to other types of massage therapy that you may have tried. This is because tuina uses powerful, invigorating techniques that are unique to the therapy and which take many years to perfect.

Tuina is not an oil-based massage and so is usually administered through loose clothing and a cotton sheet while. It is best to wear (or bring to change into) comfortable and loose fitting clothing for the treatment session. Ancillary techniques such as the application of herbal massage lotions and oils, cupping and moxibustion are also often applied.