Tuina (推拿), a type of massage which is a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been practiced in China for over 2,000 years. While it is somewhat new to Western medicine, this holistic method of healing is a growing practice that addresses bodily patterns of disharmony by improving the Qi energy flow within the body. Qi (pronounced chee) is the vital energy that moves through us constantly, replenished through our daily practices. A fundamental component of TCM, Qi functions to rebalance the body while considering it as a whole: through every muscle and joint that might need attention. Rather than focusing on one muscle group like an RMT might, a Tuina practitioner will actively consider each of the different channels within the body in an attempt to unblock them and restore flow. Ultimately, the goal of a Tuina treatment is to rebalance the blockages within a body that are either physical or energetic (Qi). As it focuses on the entire body as a vessel for balance rather than a singular target area, Tuina can help to improve symptoms that you didn’t even know you had.

What does tuina treat?

Tuina can treat a variety of holistic symptoms within the body such as joint muscle pain, low energy, lethargy, PMS; additionally it can warm the body’s blood flow. It can also effectively benefit those with musculoskeletal disorders or chronic stress-related disorders of the digestive, respiratory and reproductive systems. It is particularly useful as therapy for these symptoms:

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Our Tuina practitioner, Sarah Michel, is a registered holistic practitioner who moved from Vancouver, BC to Toronto to further her education in Traditional Chinese Medicine. An expert in Tuina and foot massage treatments, Sarah is a passionate holistic practitioner who can offer you the best Tuina massage in Toronto!