Chinese massage for children

During the challenges of hospitalisation for your child, we feel it is important to offer alternative and complementary approaches to improve your child's wellbeing and quality of life. With this in mind, we would like to provide you with a guide to the use of Chinese paediatric massage to relieve discomfort and promote your child's general well-being.

What is Chinese paediatric massage (Tuina massage) and how can it help?

Tuina is a millennia-old technique based on the theory that our body has energy channels (meridians) through which the life energy, the Qi, flows. This energy flow can be regulated through gentle pressure, massage or gentle strokes, which leads to the alleviation of complaints and the strengthening of the body's own self-healing powers.

The touch should be soothing for the children, so it also contributes to their relaxation. In addition to the important daily support of the immune system and well-being, the Tuina massage is helpful for the following complaints:

• Pain relief and reduction of the sensation of pain
• Reduction of nausea and malaise
• Calming, relaxation, support when falling asleep
• Relief for digestive problems, diarrhoea, constipation
• Support for coughs and respiratory problems

For detailed instructions on use and to discuss individual questions, please do not hesitate to contact our carers. We are always available for further questions and information.