OM9325 Tui Na 5

Tui na is a therapeutic form of massage based on the principles of Chinese medicine. The focused nature of tui na, in terms of precise manual technique and focus on specific problem resolution, make it an excellent clinical therapy. The tui na series provides students an opportunity to work on specific hand/finger techniques that make this massage form remarkably effective. There are many advanced tui na techniques that can enhance resolution of pain. This course gives students an opportunity to apply previously learned advanced tui na techniques with a variety of common clinical conditions, including pain in the scapula, mid- and low-back areas, prolapsed disc conditions, injury to the superior cluneal nerve and trauma to the piriformis muscle. External herbal applications are also covered.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

OM4315