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Tui Na Foundation Level Chinese massage Diploma - Module 1

picture of tui na foundation level Chinese massage techniqueFor successful participants, the Tui Na foundation level provides effective massage skills to earn money immediately.

You learn the location and function of 100 acupoints relating to the practical skills that we teach you. Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) theory is taught through the medium of Tui Na which is used in the practical context from the start. Our Tui Na Chinese massage course is very thorough and comprehensive giving enough TCM to apply an effective Tui Na in a therapeutic context. After completing the foundation level course, you should be able to treat a variety of musculo-skeletal conditions with confidence and be effective in maintaining good health for your clients.

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The course also includes a qualification in "on-site Tui Na" to be used in offices without the need for expensive massage chairs that the other on-site therapies require. It also includes training in healthcare and treatment.

The course includes a qualification in "Paediatric Tui Na" which includes training in basic healthcare and common ailments for children

Anatomy and physiology course
If you do not have an acceptable Anatomy & Physiology ( A & P ) qualification , we offer a separate A & P course beginning in July 2008. You need to complete this A&P course in order to receive a Tui Na Foundation Diploma.

What is Tui Na ?

Tui Na is hands-on Traditional Chinese Medicine. It ranks equally with acupuncture, herbal medicine and Qigong. It has been tried and tested for over 4,000 years and is still regularly used by over one fifth of the World's population. It is part of the second largest medical system in the World.

Tui Na means to "push and grasp" It is based on the same medical theory as acupuncture

Done correctly, Tui Na facilitates the flow of vital energy called Qi (pronounced "chee"). It has been shown to flow through a system of channels called "meridians". Stimulation of various combinations of Qi-points on these meridians forms the basis of Tui Na therapy.

Tui Na Chinese massage techniques are designed to produce powerful effects on the flow of Qi in the body.

Tui Na is performed through clothing, is completely holistic and has no negative side effects

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What does Tui Na Chinese Massage treat?

  • Tui na is effective in maintaining good health and treating a huge variety of pathological conditions:
  • Tui Na speeds up healing in the musculo-skeletal system treating all chronic and acute neck, shoulder, back and joint pain, sciatica and arthritis.
  • Tui Na even promotes healing in the most inert connective tissues such as tendons and ligaments. Uniquely effective techniques quickly release fibrotic myofascia.
  • Tui Na is the most effective means of treating sports injuries
  • Tui Na treats all common chronic conditions such as headaches, migraine, IBS, insomnia, tension, restlessness etc.
  • Tui Na treats all conditions that in the West would be treated by osteopaths, chiropractors and physiotherapists plus many that would require drug therapy

The differences between Tui Na, Acupressure and ShiatsuWhat is the difference between Tui Na and Acupressure?

Acupressure involves gentle static pressure applied to acupoints. Tui Na focuses on the meridians as well as the acupoints.

Tui Na has a vast range of vigorous pressure movement techniques that promote Qi (intrinsic energy) flow and balance.

What is the difference between Tui Na and Shiatsu?

Both therapies are based on the same basic traditional Chinese medical theory.

Tui Na dates back to over 4,000 years.

However, around 1000 years ago Tui Na was introduced into Japan, where it was modified to become what is now known as Shiatsu.

Tui Na has a huge arsenal of robust pressure and manipulative techniques all of which require diverse movements.

Shiatsu by comparison is very slow, gentle and static with lots of sustained presses.

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