Traditional Tui Na contains 26 “hand methods”, each of which creates different mechanical and energetic signatures whose action occurs at a specific depth and produces different effects inside the body. These hand methods elicit different diagnostic information, and can also be combined into mixed techniques, in order to adapt to different clinical situations. The 26 hand methods, and knowledge of more than 30 key acupuncture points are integrated into adaptable and clinically effective protocols making them easy to learn and immediately use. Traditional Tui Na contains Zheng Gu (“Correct the Bone”) methods which realign and restore integrity to the joints and soft tissue. These techniques are seamlessly integrated into treatment principles and protocols. Students will also learn Qi Gong and Nei Gong practices that enhance body mechanics, so that Tui Na methods can be performed effectively and effortlessly.
Traditional Tui Na is offered as a package of 4 weekend seminars. Upon completion you will receive a Traditional Tui Na Practitioner Certificate.
The Traditional Tui Na series of 4 seminars is NCCAOM & NCBTMB approved for 56 CEUs
Also approved for NY State LMT’s
TTN 1: Essential Principles & The Back Protocol
This first class in the Traditional Tui Na Series, TTN1: Essential Principles & The Back Protocol, lays the groundwork for future classes while simultaneously improving clinical effectiveness in many areas. Students learn a hands-on Tui Na sequence which teaches the basic hand techniques, proper body mechanics and builds the foundation for a wide variety of treatments.
The core of this class is the “Back Protocol”, which develops an integrated approach to diagnosis and treatment which inculcates correct clinical procedures from the start. The Back Protocol is a unique method of regulating the spine and the Du (or “Governing”) Vessel, which connects to the brain and spinal cord, and globally regulates and controls countless body functions.
15 basic hand methods are integrated into the Back Protocol, and students are introduced to five key acupuncture points. Proper body mechanics and alignment are stressed throughout the class. Students will learn the Qi Gong Body strengthening exercises of Shaolin Nei Gong, which aid the practitioner in performing Tui Na correctly and with maximum effectiveness.
Prerequisites: None
You Will Learn:
- 15 Basic Hand Techniques: Basic Rolling and Knuckle Rolling, Pressing, Pushing, Grasping, Pinching, Kneading, Plucking, Squeezing, Traction, Bending-Extending, Rotation, Rub-Roll, Tweaking, One Finger Meditation, and the Goldfish Method
- The Back Protocol
- How to effectively use and adapt Tui Na protocols and principles to a clinical setting
- Zheng Gu Techniques for mobilizing the ribs, and the upper and lower back.
- 8 Key Acupuncture Points
- Eight Shaolin Nei Gong and Sinew Strengthening Exercises
- Functional Anatomy that Directly Relates to the Tui Na techniques.
TTN 2: Treating the Back and Lower Limb
TTN 2: Treating the Back and Lower Limb continues where TTN1 left off by presenting a global approach to treating problems of the low back, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. New techniques are added to the back protocol learned in TNN1, so that students can more effectively treat various kinds of back pain and lower limb conditions. Additional hand techniques are added and more advanced Zheng Gu techniques for the back, sacro-iliac joints, hip, knee and ankle will also be explored in detail.
Nine key acupuncture points will be introduced as part of the basic protocols. Basic principles of treating the lower limb will be explained and practiced and students will learn how to modify a basic lower limb protocol to treat different conditions, such as sacroiliac problems and hip pain, bursitis of the hip and knee, patellar syndrome, torn ligaments in the knee, shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, ankle sprains, plantar fascitis, and more. Students will review the Seven Shaolin Nei Gong Exercises and learn Tian Gan (“Heavenly Stem”) Nei Gong, a set of exercises that regulate the spine and the Du Meridian so energy can be transmitted smoothly to the arms and hands.
Prerequisites: TTN 1 Essential Principles & Protocols: The Back Protocol
You Will Learn:
- Seven Intermediate Hand Techniques and Variations on Rolling: Round Rubbing, Dredging, Shaking, Hammering, Digging, Scrubbing, Squeezing, Shanghai Rolling and One Knuckle Rolling
- Advanced Techniques for Treatment of Back Pain
- Protocols for Treating the Lower Limb
- How to Modify Lower Limb Techniques to Adapt to Different Conditions and Clinical Situations
- Advanced Zheng Gu Techniques for the Back
- Zheng Gu Techniques for the Lower Limb
- 15 Key Acupuncture Points
- Functional Anatomy that Directly Relates to the Tui Na Techniques
- Tian Gan (“Heavenly Stem”) Nei Gong
TTN 3: Treating the Neck and Upper Limb
Treating the neck and upper limb can be challenging due to complex, interconnected and highly mobile structure of these areas. Many of the principles learned in TTN 2 will be applied to understanding treatments of the neck and upper limb. In TTN3: Treating the Neck and Upper Limb, students will learn how to effectively treat neck pain and restriction, as well as upper limb conditions such as frozen shoulder, torn rotator cuff, tennis elbow, bicipital tendonitis, wrist pain, carpal tunnel, thumb and finger injuries, and trigger finger. Students will be introduced to last five of the 26 Tui Na Hand techniques, learn 13 key acupuncture points and practice integrated treatment protocols that include Zheng Gu methods of mobilizing and realigning the neck and upper limb. Standing Meditation (Zhan Zhuang) exercises will be introduced in order to further develop the internal alignment and the integrated intention and force necessary to correctly perform advanced Tui Na techniques.
Prerequisites: TTN 1 and TTN 2
You will learn:
- Five Hand Techniques: Knocking, Wiping, Chopping, Dotting, and Vibrating
- Principles, Techniques and Flexible Protocols for Treating Conditions of the Neck and Upper Limb
- Zheng Gu Techniques of the Neck
- Zheng Gu Techniques of the Upper Limb
- Standing Meditation (Zhan Zhuang)
- 13 Key Acupuncture Points
- Functional Anatomy that Directly Relates to the Tui Na Techniques
TTN 4: Master Class – Advanced Tui Na & Zheng Gu Techniques
This Master Class introduces advanced concepts and techniques, including the integration of visual assessment and Tui Na based diagnostic skills that are an extension of the Tui Na techniques. Emphasis in TTN4: Master Class – Advanced Tui Na & Zheng Gu Techniques will be on completely integrating Zheng Gu and Tui Na methods into a seamless whole, so that a diagnosis and treatment are completely interconnected and inseparable. Advanced Zheng Gu Techniques will be introduced along with more sophisticated application of Tui Na hand techniques. Three Key acupuncture points will also be discussed. Students will also review Tian Gan Nei Gong and Standing Meditation practices.
Prerequisites: TTN 1, TTN 2 and TTN3
You will learn:
- Visual Assessment Skills
- Tui Na Based Diagnosis
- Integration of Treatment and Diagnosis
- Advanced Zheng Gu Techniques
- Advanced Applications of Tui Na Hand Techniques
- 3 Key Acupuncture Points
- Review of Tian Gan Nei Gong and Standing Meditation
- Functional Anatomy that Directly Relates to the Tui Na Techniques