It is said that for most people, tui na (推拿), massage (按摩), and spa (水疗) are all the same thing… For example, soaking in a rose bath or milk bath, followed by some shoulder kneading, leg squeezing, and back tapping, like this….No no no! Back in the day, I was also confused about this. But … Read more
Continuous Abdominal Massage Prevents All Illnesses In spring and summer, nurture Yang; in autumn and winter, nurture Yin. All things begin to grow, and the climate is variable. Through appropriate adjustments, the Yang energy of spring can be expressed, and metabolic functions can operate normally. This achieves the goals of health maintenance and disease prevention. … Read more
Is this you? However, some people feel more comfortable after a massage, while others not only do not relax after a massage, but feel worse instead. Did you know? This issue, Dr. Cui Xinghu from the Rehabilitation Department of the Chengdu Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital will help you understand the differences between massage and Tui … Read more
Abdominal Tuina Abdominal Tuina, commonly known as “rubbing the belly” or “abdominal massage,” is an important component of Tuina therapy. It involves the use of the hands, elbows, and other techniques such as pushing, kneading, pressing, and tapping on the abdomen of the recipient. Benefits of Abdominal Tuina 1. Relaxation: Tuina is a common external … Read more
1. Precautions for Moxibustion: While moxibustion is beneficial, it is crucial not to perform it blindly. 1. You should wait 2 hours after moxibustion before taking a shower. It is best to shower and dry off before performing moxibustion. Avoid washing hands with cold water, drinking cold beverages, or eating cold foods, including fruits. 2. … Read more
Our body is home to numerous acupoints, which are not randomly generated but are treasures waiting to be developed. Learning to utilize these acupoints can help us prevent and treat chronic diseases, keeping our bodies in a healthy state. Acupoint massage has already begun to integrate into our daily lives. Today, I will summarize ten … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that there are 361 acupoints on the human meridians, and if we include acupoints outside the meridians, there are thousands. Mastering this knowledge can be quite difficult for the average person, making acupoint health maintenance seem somewhat distant from daily life. Below, we summarize ten essential acupoints that are easy … Read more
Zhao Hai (Shining Sea) Point — A powerful kidney point to dispel throat pain and insomnia. Shen Mai (Shen Pulse) Point — A pure Yang remedy for those suffering from cold and illness. Nei Guan (Inner Pass) Point — A beautiful point to unlock emotional knots and nourish the heart and complexion. Wai Guan (Outer … Read more
Massaging acupoints to relieve symptoms is a unique daily health care method in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In addition to alleviating various pains, it can also help with lowering blood pressure and beauty treatments! So, where exactly are each of these acupoints located? What symptoms do they target? Below is a super practical collection of … Read more
1. Life-Saving Point – Ren Zhong (Philtrum) Ren Zhong is an important emergency acupoint. Pressing this point with your finger can be used in emergencies such as heatstroke or fainting. 2. Kidney Supplement Point – Tai Xi (Tai Xi) People who often experience heel pain may have weak kidneys. Massaging or moxibusting Tai Xi can … Read more