Developed in China over 2,000 years ago, Tui Na massage uses similar principles to acupuncture. It works to release blockages in the flow of energy, or Qi, using the hands and fingers rather than needles.

Your practitioner will begin by taking a consultation and feeling the pulse of your energy flow. From this they will diagnose any imbalances in your energy system and where blocks may need releasing. The massage combines techniques from western massage: effleurage (gliding), petrissage (kneading), vibration, shaking and rocking; with other movements unique to Tui Na: compression of the acupuncture points, joint manipulation and mobilisation. Your practitioner will use their fingers, thumbs, palms, knuckles, forearms, elbows, knees and feet to perform these movements.

Tui Na massage is revitalising and energising. It shifts problems that have been stuck in your body and aids healing at all levels.