An ancient art for deeply rebalancing the body.
Originating more than three thousand years ago in the central regions of the Middle Kingdom, Tui Na is a therapeutic massage rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. This invigorating and deep-tissue massage works on both the tissues and organs, promoting the flow of vital energy and contributing to the body’s overall well-being.
Our Tui Na Massage Therapists
Tui Na massage: numerous hand techniques
Some fifty manipulative techniques are used, the most common of which are rolling, circular pressure, zen finger thrust, kneading, friction and muscle stretching to relieve muscles, loosen knots, stimulate blood circulation and rebalance the body's energy.
This technique is based on the theory of meridians and acupuncture points.
They can be classified into three main groups:
- The first group of techniques treats muscular, tendon and joint problems.
- The second group is acupressure, in which pressure is exerted on acupuncture points with the fingers, palms or elbows to rebalance the energy of the meridians and organs.
- The third group of techniques unblocks or corrects deformities caused by joint malposition, thus relieving joint and ligament pain.
How does a Tui Na massage session work?
During a typical session, the practitioner first makes a detailed diagnosis, taking into account energy imbalances throughout the body. He can then choose Tui Na as the treatment method for a given problem. The patient can receive the massage either seated or lying down, depending on the protocol envisaged.
This treatment is usually performed in comfortable clothing. Occasionally, however, the therapist will need to massage in depth, sometimes even using certain massage oils, and will therefore ask you to remove some of your clothing.
In addition, to harmonize the treatment, moxas, cupping or acupuncture can be used to rebalance the meridians.
How does a patient feel during a Tui Na massage?
The person being massaged generally feels an immediate relaxation of the stimulated area , accompanied by a gentle warmth that spreads deep into the tissues. At the end of a Tui Na session, they feel lighter and invigorated.
Face and skull massage allows you to let go of all stress and tension in these areas.
What are the effects of Tui Na massage?
According to the theory of Chinese medicine, Tui Na helps the body heal by :
- Stimulates the immune system
- Circulating energy more fluidly to regain vitality
- Stimulates blood circulation to prevent cardiovascular disease
- Improves the body's metabolic capacity to expel excess toxins
- Eliminates body tension to improve sleep
- Soothing for body and mind
What does Tui Na massage work on?
Here are the main pathologies on which Tui Na can act:
- neck pain;
- lumbago;
- sciatica;
- inflammatory knee, elbow and shoulder pain;
- bloating, digestive disorders;
- menstrual pain;
- angina pectoris;
- stress and anxiety.
Our rates for Tui Na massage
(subscription valid for 1 year)
| Session | Duration | Rates |
|---|---|---|
| One session | 1 session lasting 1 hour | CHF 160 |
| Five sessions | 5 sessions (5 × 1 hour) | CHF 750 |
FAQ – Tui Na
Tuina can be performed while sitting or lying down.
Tuina is contraindicated in cases of fever, recent wounds, or fractures.
For pregnant women, it is necessary to wait until the third month of pregnancy.
Yes, movement is encouraged because it naturally helps circulate blood throughout your body and to the areas being worked on during the massage.
No, TuiNa is performed through clothing. You remain fully clothed throughout the session.
"Tui" means "to push" and "Na" means "to grasp." These are the two techniques used in this massage. In China, Tui Na is used for therapeutic purposes and is an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, just like acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
