Holistic Healthworks

Massage:

Tuina

What is Tuina?
Tuina, ("tway nah") is a system of bodywork practiced in China.  It uses a combination of soft tissue manipulations, acupressure points, and passive joint movements to affect the flow of Qi, ("chee") and blood.  When Qi, the Chinese concept of energy, and blood, its tangible counterpart do not flow smoothly and evenly throughout our bodies we experience pain, discomfort, or lack of function.  Your Tuina specialist can restore proper balance to your system by using techniques developed by this branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Why Tuina?
Stress and overwork
Musculoskeletal disorders
Unhealed injuries
Chronic pain
Post-surgical trauma
Gastrointestinal dysfunction
Menstrual problems
Chemotherapy side effects
Hypertension

How is Tuina different from other types of massage?
Tuina feels different than other styles of massage, especially the more familiar spa, or relaxation massage.  The treatment is usually received fully clothed, and the long, gliding strokes and oils of Swedish style are not used.  Instead, Tuina uses rolling, grasping, pressing, and oscillating techniques.  Passive joint movement, traction, external herbs, gua sha, cupping, or moxibustion (heat over acupoints), may also be included in your treatment.

Fitness

Qi Gong

What is Qi Gong?
Qi Gong, sometimes referred to as Taoist yoga of Chinese yoga, is a term which describes a system of health exercises whose primary goal is to activate, cultivate, and balance the flow of Qi ("chee"), the Chinese concept of energy or life-force.  There are thousands of Qi Gong exercises and hundreds of syles.  They may involve external movements and postures or be done using only breathing techniques and visualization.  In any case, they always involve breath, posture, movement (internal or external), relaxation, and concentration.

Who is Qi Gong for?
Qi Gong is for anyone who is proactive about their health.  It is for people looking for a way to enhance an existing wellness regimen or for those just starting out.  Because of its focus on breath, posture and relaxation, Qi Gong can help you reach your optimal health by reducing the effects of mental and physical stress.  Qi Gong practice will teach you how to locate areas of your body where Qi is blocked or restricted and how to correct imbalances.  Like the old Chinese saying says, When Qi flows, pain goes.  Qi Gong improves overall energy, enhances the immune response, reduces stress, and allows the body to heal itself.
 

Tai Chi

What is Tai Chi?
Tai Chi Chuan, the "Supreme Ultimate Fist," is a form of martial art developed in China over three hundred years ago.  It differs from other forms of martial arts like Karate or Tae Kwon Do in that the moves are practiced very slowly and coordinated with the breath.  Tai Chi in the west is mostly practiced for its health benefits.  Tai Chi is often described as a moving meditation because of the amount of concentration that is required to perform its seemingly complicated and lengthy sequence.  However, anyone can learn Tai Chi with a fair amount of perseverance.  In fact, it is safe to say that the practice of Tai Chi cultivates perseverance!  Among its many health benefits, Tai Chi develops the muscles of the legs, strengthens tendons, lubricates the joints, and refines balance.  Tai Chi has recently been shown to help reduce the risk of falls in the elderly.  The simplified Yang style short form consisting of 54 postures is taught during group, private, or semi-private sessions arranged at your convenience. To read more, Click Here

Self Defense

Based on the movements of animals, the simple forms and katas of Shaolin Kempo Kung fu will give you a more vigorous workout than Tai Chi or Qi Gong.  You will learn practical defense techniques effective against common situations that you may face.  Martial Arts training cultivates awareness, confidence, respect, and self-discipline.  Classes for adults and children are available.
 

                            Corporate Services

Holistic Healthworks is available for in-office chair massage.  Offering seated Tuina acupressure massage to your staff will increase productivity, decrease absenteeism, and improve morale.  Group Qi Gong and Tai Chi is available for workshops, retreats, or as a regular part of the work week.