Acupressure, Amma, Chi Nei Tsang, Gua Sha, Jin Shin Do

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Acupressure. Based on Chinese meridian theory, acupressure
therapy is when direct pressure is applied to acupuncture
points (specific areas along the meridian) to stimulate
the flow of qi.
Amma. Amma is traditional Japanese massage, also called
anma.
Chi Nei Tsang. A form of Taoist medicine brought to the
West by Tao Master Mantak Chia. It focuses on the internal
organs, circulation, lymphatic system, muscular system, and
meridians to balance mental, emotional, and physical energy.
Gua Sha. Meaning to “scrape toxins,” gua sha has been used
as a treatment in China for more than two thousand years.
Herbal oils are applied to the skin, before it is scraped with a
flat tool, to stimulate circulation and detoxify the blood,
lymph, and body.
Jin Shin Do. Developed by Iona Marsaa in the United States in
1970, this bodywork modality is a fusion of traditional Chinese
acupressure, breathing exercises, and Taoist philosophy.Qigong. Meaning “energy-skill,” qigong involves the use of
breathing patterns, physical postures, meditation, and movements to maintain health. There are many different schools of
qigong, which is also taught in conjunction with some forms
of Chinese martial arts. Advanced practitioners of qigong
develop the ability to direct the movement of qi (energy) with
their mind and focus it externally to heal others.
Shiatsu. The name means “finger pressure” in Japanese.
This is a bodywork modality that combines acupressure on
acupuncture meridians, stretching, joint movements, and massage
strokes. It has evolved into numerous forms, including
Zen shiatsu, the Namikoshi method, and five element shiatsu.
Thai Massage. Practiced in Thailand for more than 2,500 years,
Thai massage is performed on a flat mat on the floor with the
client fully clothed. Passive stretches and direct pressure along
energy lines aim to balance and revitalize the body.
Tui Na. Traditional Chinese massage is called tui na and used
to promote health and stimulate the immune system. The
techniques used in tui na are sometimes mistaken for acupressure
because the arms, hands, fingers, elbows, and knees are
used as a tool to stimulate acupuncture points and specific
regions of the body. Treatments are usually applied over loose
clothing and not directly to the bare skin. Herbal rubs may be
used in combination with the tui na treatment.