Tui Na is one of the main branches of Chinese Medicine alongside Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine and Qi Gong.
Tui Na massage is performed through clothing, using various massage techniques: lifting, stretching, stroking, pushing and grasping. It is quite vigorous. These are accompanied by acupressure and joint manipulation.
Tui Na does not simply work on the muscles, bones, and joints. It works with the energy of the body at a deeper level. As the practitioner senses the client's body with their hands, they are able to assess the distribution of energy and affect its flow.
Massaging the meridians and stimulating specific Qi points, Tui-Na uses the same theory in its treatments as acupuncture. Often they are used together to remove blockages along the meridians of the body and stimulate the flow of qi and blood to promote healing
Whilst Tui Na is renowned for its effectiveness in the treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions - joint pain, arthritis, sciatica - it is also effective for many other problems such as headaches and migraine, anxiety and panic attacks, digestive problems, constipation, circulatory problems, hormonal imbalance, stress and related conditions, insomnia. Tui Na is also an effective way to maintain physical and emotional health by keeping the body's energy in balance.
Richard specialises in combining Tui Na with acupuncture treatments.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tui Na is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), an ancient system of medicine that has been constantly evolving and used for more than 3000 years. It is truly holistic treating all aspects of the individual: body, energy and mind.
According to TCM theory disease occurs when there is a disruption or blockage to the balance and flow of our natural energy (Qi). This may be caused by external factors such as the weather and diet, or by internal factors such as emotional disharmonies. In order to remedy these disruptions a number of techniques are used such as acupuncture, moxabustion, cupping, Chinese herbal medicine and tui na massage.
Acupuncture
Originating from China, acupuncture aims to correct and balance Qi flow through pathways, called meridians around the body. Imbalances in the flow of Qi can result in both physical and psychological disorders. Fine needles are inserted into various points in the body. Where the needles are placed depends on detailed and subtle diagnosis unique to the condition of each individual.
About Your PractitionerRichard Steven studied at Xiyuan Hospital and The China Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing, receiving a Batchelor of Medicine degree from Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
He also gained a BSc (Hons) degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Middlesex University where he studied for five years under some of the most experienced Chinese practitioners in the UK.
Richard has also studied moxabustion in Italy with the eminent Tibetan scholar Professor Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche, and other aspects of Tibetan medicine with Dr Nida Chenagtsang.
He is currently studying and practicing the Japanese acupuncture system of the modern day master Kiiko Matsumoto.
Richard is a member of the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ATCM), the main regulatory body for Traditional Chinese Medicine in the UK.
To make an appointment with Richard at Shine Holistic please phone 020 7241 5033. If you need to speak to him in person please call 078 1188 5597.
Other Clinic AddressRichard also sees clients at:
Healthy Living Centre on Tuesdays
282 St Pauls Road
Highbury & Islington
London
N1 2LH
Tel: 020 7704 6900
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