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Acupressure/Tuina/Deep Tissue Massage/Shiatsu is a traditional massage therapy treatment originally developed in Ancient China and today used in every Chinese hospital to treat a wide range of conditions, particularly where Acupuncture and herbs have been less effective. Tuina literally translates as 'push' and 'grasp' and involves applying finger pressure to specific points on the Meridians whilst also incorporating gentle massage to directly influence the flow of Chi. Put simply, Tuina is like Acupuncture without the needles! As well as relaxing the body and mind by balancing chi and facilitating improved blood flow and the removal of toxic waste, Tuina is also used preventatively to protect health and build immunity. Tuina is the basis upon which many Modern Complementary Therapies are based including Shiatsu and Deep Tissue Massage all of which can also be offered by your Chisense therapist.
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Aromatherapy Whilst Aromatherapy may be unknown by that name in China the healing properties of Essential Oils and aromatic plants have been well known for almost 5000 years and their use has been linked to various Chinese bodywork techniques. According to Chinese herbal energetics some herbs have ascending actions whilst some descend. Some invigorate whilst others sedate. Some herbs move to the body's surface or the extremities whilst others penetrate deeply to affect organ function. Western Aromatherapists have long appreciated the uplifting, calming, sedating and stimulating qualities of Essential Oils and are now starting to adopt many Chinese theoretical concepts. At Chisense we use Aromatherapy mainly to soothe the body, mind and soul and to encourage the cultivation of much-needed Yin energy to counter the dominance of Yang in our client's increasingly stressful lives.
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Auricular therapy (ear acupuncture)based on the idea that the ear is a microsystem, meaning that the entire body is represented on the auricle (or auricula, or pinna - the outer portion of the ear) in a similar fashion to reflexology (zone therapy)and iridology (iridodiagnosis), and that the entire body can be treated by stimulation of the surface of the ear exclusively.
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Guasha is an ancient healing technique used throughout Asia. Gua means to rub or scrape and Sha is the term used to describe congestion of blood just beneath the surface of the skin. When friction is applied with a slice of water buffalo horn in repeated even strokes along the Meridian lines the Sha surfaces as red or purple blotches which disappear totally in 3-4 days and do not cause any pain. Gua Sha is a powerful detoxifying treatment which can immediately reduce pain and stiffness and improve mobility. Because the body's response to Gua Sha mimics sweating it can also resolve feverous conditions. Your Chisense therapist will consider Gua Sha for any case of pain or discomfort, respiratory or digestive problems and any condition where palpation of the skin indicates the presence of Sha.
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Cupping One of the oldest methods of TCM, Cupping is often performed as an alternative to Acupuncture and is especially useful for the treatment of localised Chi or blood stagnation along the Meridians which manifests itself as muscular tension. Rounded glass cups are warmed using a burning taper held for a very short period of time inside the cup which is then quickly placed over the selected area. Due to the candle flame, all of the oxygen in the cup has been removed and when placed open side down, a vacuum is created, which anchors the cup to the skin drawing it upwards. This stimulates the flow of blood, balances and realigns the flow of Chi, breaks up areas of congestion and creates an avenue for toxins to be drawn out of the body. Whilst Cupping is considered relatively safe the treatment may result in small circular bruises where the cups were applied. These bruises are usually painless however, and disappear within a few days of treatment.
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Reflexology Introduced to the West almost 100 years ago, Reflexology originated in Ancient China over 2000 years earlier and is the art of detecting subtle changes in specific points on the feet, hands and ears which, when stimulated, may affect corresponding organs or other body parts. Chinese Reflexology involves sweeping movements and firmer pressure than its European counterpart. Your Chisense therapist will use stimulating foot cream and your feet are kept warm for improved circulation. You will also be given warm drinks such as Green Tea throughout the session. European Reflexology is based on relaxation whilst Chinese Reflexology is stimulating and energising and useful for prevention as well as for its ability to cure because of the boost it gives your immune system.
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