Tuina

Tui na is a traditional Chinese medicine external treatment method based on the theories of Zangfu organs and meridians, combined with human anatomy and diagnostic foundations. It uses specific techniques on specific parts of the body surface to regulate the body's physiological and pathological conditions, playing a role in dredging meridians, regulating Qi and blood, balancing Yin and Yang, ultimately achieving the prevention and treatment of diseases.

According to different diseases, common basic techniques in clinical practice include pressing, rubbing, pushing, lifting, kneading, pinching, and trembling.

I. Efficacy of Tui Na

(1) Dredging meridians and collaterals, harmonizing Qi and blood

(2) Regulating muscles and bones, lubricating joints

(3) Harmonizing Zangfu organs, strengthening the body and removing evil

II. Indications for Tui Na

(1) Orthopedic diseases: such as muscle soreness, strain, and atrophy in the shoulder, waist, and back.

(2) Limb joint pain

(3) Neuromuscular diseases: such as femoral neuritis, sciatica, muscle spasms, and gastrocnemius spasms.

III. Contraindications for Tui Na

(1) Massage is strictly prohibited on areas with skin diseases and skin damage caused by burns or scalds.

(2) Massage is strictly prohibited for those with blood diseases and bleeding tendencies to prevent bleeding.

(3) Massage is strictly prohibited for those with long-term illnesses, severe cardiopulmonary or cerebral diseases, gastrointestinal perforation, advanced age, and extremely weak physical condition.

(4) Massage should not be performed on those who are extremely tired or intoxicated, and those with mental illnesses who cannot cooperate.

(5) Massage and Tui Na are not allowed for infectious diseases such as osteomyelitis, bone and joint tuberculosis, severe osteoporosis, unhealed fractures, dislocations, and acute and chronic infectious diseases.

(6) Tui Na is not suitable for musculoskeletal diseases caused by tuberculosis bacteria and pyogenic bacteria.

(7) Heavy Tui Na techniques should not be used on the abdomen and lumbosacral area during pregnancy and menstruation.

(8) Tui Na should not be performed when the patient is hungry or after strenuous exercise.

IV. Precautions Before and After Tui Na

(1) Before massage, trim your nails, wash your hands, and remove any items that may hinder the operation, such as rings.

(2) Maintain a kind, serious, and attentive attitude, patiently explain the patient's condition, and seek the patient's cooperation.

(3) The positions of the patient and the doctor should be arranged appropriately; in particular, the patient's sitting or lying position should follow the doctor's instructions to ensure comfort and ease of operation.

(4) The massage technique should be appropriate in terms of strength, and the patient's condition should be observed at all times.

(5) Do not massage immediately when the patient is in a state of extreme anger, joy, fear, or sadness.

(6) Do not massage immediately after a full meal; it is generally advisable to wait about 2 hours after a meal.

(7) Patients may fall asleep during massage; a towel should be used to cover the patient to prevent catching a cold. Pay attention to the room temperature.

Important Reminder >>

Traditional Chinese medicine Tui Na should be performed by professional personnel for more accurate acupoint targeting and stronger penetration. Houde TCM Clinic, Beilong Lake branch, provides non-drug treatments (gua sha, acupuncture, manual suspension moxibustion, and massage), all performed by professional personnel (professionally trained, licensed, and experienced) with skilled and professional techniques.