This page contains books and websites of interest both to students of Chinese medicine and to clients who would like more detailed knowledge. Books include: Hara Diagnosis: Reflections on the Sea by Kiiko Matsumoto and Stephen Birch The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, A Comprehensive Text for Acupuncturists and Herbalists by… Read more“Students of Chinese Medicine Resources”
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Chinese Medicine & Lifestyle Resources
Traditional Chinese Medicine is about being balanced and in harmony with Nature. Diet, exercise, and all aspects of lifestyle have an impact on our sense of well-being. There are separate Resource pages on diet (Asian Nutrition) and movement (Movement Practices). The resources on this page give an overview of this… Read more“Chinese Medicine & Lifestyle Resources”
Chinese Medicine Basics Resources
Chinese philosophy and the principles of Chinese medicine are at the root of all Asian Therapies. This page includes books and websites to introduce you to Chinese medicine. Books include: The Shambhala Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine by Daniel Reid Between Heaven and Earth, A Guide to Chinese Medicine by… Read more“Chinese Medicine Basics Resources”
Chi Nei Tsang Resources
Chi Nei Tsang is also known as internal organ chi massage. Taoist master Mantak Chia brought this practice to the West. It is part of Master Chia’s larger system of healing and spiritual practices called the Healing Tao. Practitioners use deep, soft, gentle touch in the abdominal area. They work… Read more“Chi Nei Tsang Resources”
Asian Nutrition Theory Resources
Asian nutrition is a large and fascinating topic. In the West, foods are analyzed in terms of their nutrient content — proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. In Chinese medicine, foods are classified according to their energy (hot, cold, cool, warm, neutral), their flavor (sweet, salty, pungent, sour, bitter), and… Read more“Asian Nutrition Theory Resources”
Acupressure Resources
Acupressure is the art of balancing the body’s energy by applying pressure to specific points along the body’s energy channels. The process of acupressure releases tension along the channels and increases energy circulation. The term Acupressure, with a big “A,” includes all forms of work that balance energy along identifiable… Read more“Acupressure Resources”
Asian Bodywork Questions and Answers
If you’re considering an Asian Bodywork session, I hope you’ll find your questions answered here. What is Asian Bodywork? What conditions benefit from Asian Bodywork? What are the benefits of Asian Bodywork? Who benefits from Asian Bodywork? What are the different forms of Asian Bodywork? Which type of Asian Bodywork… Read more“Asian Bodywork Questions and Answers”
What Is Shiatsu?
Shiatsu was developed in Japan, and while it’s been influenced by a variety of healing practices and martial arts of Asia, including those of China, India, and Tibet, it makes a distinctly Japanese contribution to Asian bodywork. Shiatsu combines Japanese Anma massage, Ampuku abdominal massage, and Do-In therapeutic exercise techniques… Read more“What Is Shiatsu?”
What Is Tui Na?
To those who’ve experienced both acupressure and Shiatsu, a Tui Na session may seem like a cross between the two. Like Shiatsu, Tui Na uses rhythmic compression along energy channels of the body, as well as a variety of techniques that manipulate and lubricate the joints. Like acupressure, Tui Na… Read more“What Is Tui Na?”
What Is Jin Shin Jyutsu?
Officially known as Jin Shin Jyutsu® Physio-Philosophy, this practice is a disarmingly simple style of acupressure. It works with a set of 26 points (called Safety Energy Locks or SELs) along energy pathways. When a pathway becomes blocked, energy stagnates. This initially affects the local area of stagnation, but has… Read more“What Is Jin Shin Jyutsu?”