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Tuina Massage is a traditional Chinese massage utilising finger and elbow pressure, grasping, stretching, rolling, kneading and rubbing to stimulate the body. Tuina means ‘push and grasp’ and can be used to treat specific conditions following the same theory as Acupuncture, or as a general massage to promote well-being and relaxation.
Whilst it is a relatively new therapy to the West, Tuina was first used in China during the Han Dynasty 2,000 years ago. It is widely used today throughout China where all major hospitals have a Tuina department; it is also the Chinese medicine treatment of choice for children.
Tuina practitioners work on the principle of balancing the Yin and Yang of the body by working along energy pathways (meridians) and specific areas of the body. The diagnosis and theory behind Tuina is the same as that used to select acupuncture points. A Tuina session is tailored to your individual constitution and energy flow to make it a unique and revitalising experience.
Tuina Massage will improve circulation, relax muscles, ease chronic pain, calm the nervous system and promote self-healing. By working on the energy (or Qi) level it is effective at treating the underlying cause and can benefit conditions such as headache, anxiety, insomnia, digestive disorders, circulatory and gynaecological problems.
60 minutes £50
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 AMANDA COX LicAc DipTuina MBAcC
Originally from Australia, Amanda was inspired to study Chinese medicine whilst visiting Asia. Trained at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (LCTA), she graduated in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in 2003. She subsequently studied Tuina Massage and Prepared Patent Herbal Formulas.
Amanda practices TCM theory acupuncture, herbs and tuina massage utilising the original version of the Five Elements to create holistic treatment plans. Her treatments combine acupuncture, massage, cupping, guasha, moxabustion, auricular therapy and lifestyle advice to treat a wide range of conditions.
A member of the British Acupuncture Council (the regulatory body for Traditional Acupuncturists in the UK), Amanda is listed on the NHS Directory of Complementary & Alternative Practitioners. She is also part of the Lecturing Team at the LCTA where she works as Clinician, and in Point Location classes. From 2004-2006 Amanda was Clinic Manager of the LCTA Acupuncture, Tuina, Herb and Nutrition Teaching Clinics.
Amanda practices at BodyMatters NW3 on Mondays and Wednesdays specialising in fertility and gynaecology. She treats a wide range of conditions and has also had particular success in the areas of pain reduction, stress and anxiety. In addition, her Facial Revitalisation treatments are very popular.
Treatments with Amanda may be covered by your private health insurance plan.
For further information please visit: www.amandajcox.com
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