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Sole Reviver Treatments
At Touch Tuina we offer a wide range of treatments that help to improve your body, mind and soul! Sole Reviver, which focusses mainly on the feet, involves a medicinal/herbal foot soak and a neck
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What does a treatment with Peter look like?
Hello, I’m Peter, a senior practitioner at Touch Tuina and I’m going to take you through what your first Tuina treatment looks like! We start by asking you to fill out a questionnaire about your
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in January have said
Clients who visit the clinics are able to leave reviews following their appointments. This system has been in operation for over 9 months now and we love to read the nice things that people have
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Stretch Of The Month – The Calf Stretch
Brought to you this month by Mariana, this stretch helps to open up the calf muscle, the Achilles tendon and facial tension within the foot. We’ll use the wall to deepen the stretch and open
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Happy Chinese New Year – 2025
Each year, an animal from the Chinese Zodiac, plus an element from the five elements of nature, combine to form the predominant energies for the year. On January 29th, we’ll be shifting from the Yang
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Give someone you care about the gift of health this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and traditionally it’s the time of year when we show our love and appreciation to those we care most about. If you’re looking for a special gift that’s a bit
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Client Testimonial – Bozena
My mum has been suffering from IBS for the last 9 months. It’s been nightmare for her as she couldn’t leave the house after having a meal. She changed her diet and started to take
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Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation
Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation can sometimes be referred to as an Acupuncture Facelift, however, it’s much more than a cosmetic procedure. The needles are specifically placed for the individual needs of the patient and designed to
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Touch Tuina and the NHS
Touch Tuina are proud to say that we continue to work in conjunction with the NHS, treating the staff at various London hospitals. Being recognised and accepted by the NHS is a great step forward
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Boost your New Year Energy with Vitamin Qi
As we step into January and 2025, it’s time to refocus on health and vitality after an indulgent holiday season. According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) when your Qi flows smoothly, you feel energized, balanced,
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in December have said
Clients who visit the clinics are able to leave reviews following their appointments. This system has been in operation for over 8 months now and we continue to be blown away by the nice things
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Stretch of the Month – The Neck Stretch
This month’s stretch is with Adrian and it’s a three-part-er! 1. Start in a neutral seated or standing position, lean your head either to the left of the right, when you start to feel that
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
As 2024 draws to a close, we wish all of our customers a wonderful Festive season. We hope that you all have a good break and look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!
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How to beat the bloat with plant-based enzymes
We’ve probably all been there, that uncomfortable, bloated feeling after a heavy meal. The holiday season is particularly rife for overindulgence, whether that’s rich, hard to digest foods or simply eating too much. The good
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How to combat overeating during the Festive Season!
The holiday season is almost here and with it often comes an abundance of festive treats, feasts and celebrations. Whilst it’s a time for joy and connection, it can also leave us feeling sluggish, bloated,
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9 Acupuncture points to massage over the Christmas period
Want to stray healthy over the Chritmas peiod? We’re going to show you 9 acupuncture melting points that if you massage regularly will help you with congested sinuses, hangovers, overindulgence and general immunity. Regularly massaging
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Client Testimonial – Kayson
Kayson took part in a football tournament in Salou, Spain recently. He and his Under 15 team mates won all six of the games they played against teams of 16/17 year olds and returned to
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The Health Benefits of Magnesium
Did you know there are many types of Magnesium on offer? The most popular one you’ve probably heard of on social media of late is Magnesium Citrate but we have various forms of Magnesium available
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in November have said
Clients who visit the clinics are able to leave reviews following their appointments. This system has been in operation for over 7 months now and we continue to be blessed by the nice things that
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Stretch of the Month – Windscreen Wipers
We often have patients come in with lower back pain, hip pain or knee pain, sometimes all three, so we advise them to do what we call windscreen wiper stretches and movements. Start by sitting
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Ronnie O’Sullivan visits our new clinic in York for a treatment
We were very happy to get a visit at our new clinic in York on Sunday from Ronnie O’Sullivan, who popped in for a relaxing foot massage from Errol. Following his visit he posted on
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Are you looking for a wholesome Xmas gift for someone you care about?
Give someone you care about the gift of health this Christmas! Gift cards are now available at Touch Tuina, you can add whatever amount you’d like to and your recipient can choose whichever treatments they
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Is your posture to blame for Neck and Shoulder pain?
Nowadays, one of the main triggers for neck and shoulder pain can be poor posture. With so much of our day spent looking down at devices, our bodies bear the brunt of the strain, so
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What is Cupping Therapy?
Cupping is the term applied to a technique that uses glass, plastic or bamboo cups as a suction device that are placed on the skin. The suction in the cups cause the skin and superficial
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What is Kinesiology?
Kinesiology is a holistic health therapy and the study of movement, whereby ‘muscle testing’ or ‘bio feedback’ is used to measure the flow of energy through the body’s structures and can identify areas of imbalance
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The Health Benefits of Celtic Sea Salt
What is Celtic Sea Salt? Greyish in colour, Celtic Sea Salt is mostly made up of sodium chloride and also contains iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Its grains are bigger than those of the more
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in October have said
Clients who visit the clinics are able to leave reviews following their appointments. This system has been in operation for over 6 months now and we continue to be blessed by the nice things that
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Stretch of the Month – The Wall Sit
This month we have Margo, with a brand new stretch! We call this one ‘The wall Sit’. This stretch is great for the quads, glutes, calves and core! A great all rounder for the lower
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Touch Tuina Sports Treatment
When visiting us with sports or training injuries, the treatment will usually focus specifically on your main complaint or injury. If you suffer from pain, impaired range of movement or pre and post sports injuries,
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Touch Tuina and the Bloodline League
Last weekend, Touch Tuina were in attendance at the Bloodline League, held at the Bloodline Gym in Clapton, giving treatments to the Muay Thai and Kickboxing competitors. We’ve been working with them for many years
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Client Testimonial – Caroline
Hi, my name is Caroline. I’ve been coming to Errol and Touch Tuina for 13 years now. I first came when I had sort of self-diagnosed a condition called Sherman’s disease and nobody I saw
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Master Mushroom Tonic
As we inevitably get older, starting around mid-40s there is an increased occurrence of cancers, cognitive decline and overall health challenges, along with a rise in hormonal imbalances that we unfortunately face in today’s world.
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Are you looking for a new career?
Touch Tuina are offering Tuina and Chinese Foot Massage Courses and positions in the new Reflexology clinic in York city centre and we have places available for trainees! This is a great opportunity for you
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World Mental Health Day
With today being World Mental Health Day, we wanted to highlight how the Asian Medicine practices that we offer at Touch Tuina may help mental health and wellbeing. Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological,
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in September have said
Thanks to the way our booking system works, clients visiting the clinics are able to leave reviews following their appointments. This system has been in operation for over 5 months now and we continue to
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Stretch of the Month – The Lumbar Spine Stretch
Adrian’s back this month with a brand-new stretch, this time for the lower back. We’re going to start lying down, in the supine position, on our back facing upwards. Start by bringing your knees to
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Reflexology Awareness Week
World Reflexology Awareness Week happens between 23rd-29th of September and is an annual global event that raises awareness about reflexology and its benefits. For those who may not know, Reflexology is a complimentary therapy that
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Migraine Awareness Week
The 24th-30th of September is Migraine Awareness Week and its purpose is to raise awareness of this condition, which sadly affects many people. With traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), when it comes to headaches and migraines
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What is Auriculotherapy?
Also sometimes referred to as Auricular Acupuncture or Ear Acupuncture, Auriculotherapy is the Traditional Chinese Medicine technique of using points on the skin of the external ear, or auricle, to diagnose and treat pain and
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New Premiership Teams for Two of Our Clients
Two of our favourite clients, Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson, have started the new Premiership season with moves away from Arsenal. Eddie has gone from North to South London with a move to Crystal Palace,
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week
As this is Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, we thought it would be a good time to talk about how Touch Tuina can help with its treatment. When it comes to addressing Rheumatoid Arthritis, different practitioners
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The Benefits of Bemer Therapy
The BEMER is a great tool we use at the clinic to increase circulation in the body. In winter, as it gets colder, the blood vessels can constrict and blood flow is slowed or blocked
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in August have said
Thanks to our brand new booking system, clients visiting the clinics are now able to leave reviews following their appointments. It’s been in operation for over 4 months now and we continue to be blessed
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Stretch of the Month – The Hip Opener
This stretch can be performed standing, seated or lying down. Today Hazel is demonstrating the standing version. This stretch is good for opening the hip joints and muscles, specifically your piriformis. It can also stretch
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Discover the Benefits of Magnesium at Touch Tuina
At Touch Tuina, we offer magnesium spray and magnesium flakes to support your health and wellness journey. Magnesium SprayOur magnesium spray is an excellent solution for muscle cramping and stagnation. Magnesium is a vital mineral,
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Client Testimonial – Adrian
I’ve been suffering from chronic back problems now for the last 2 – 3 years. I’m 27 years old and pretty much until 6 months ago I led an active and healthy life. However, due
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Try Manual Lymphatic Drainage at Touch Tuina!
What is it? Manual lymphatic drainage is a treatment where we work directly on the lymphatic system and it picks up anything that the cardiovascular system cannot manage with. So it’s like our secondary circulatory
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Client Testimonial – Hayley Gee
‘During the summer, I suffered a rather nasty fall from my horse, resulting in a fractured elbow and a cracked hip. I underwent surgery on my arm and the bone was wired and pinned back
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Margo
What did you do before becoming a Tuina practitioner? Before Tuina I was a teacher. I started practicing Shiatsu after attending a Shiatsu college here in London, I then tried holistic massage and afterwards I
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Nice things that people visiting the clinics in July have said
Thanks to our brand new booking system, clients visiting the clinics are now able to leave reviews following their appointments. It’s been in operation for over 3 months now and we continue to be blessed
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Stretch of the Month – The Thigh Stretch
This month’s stretch comes courtesy of Touch Tuina Practitioner Dahl- ‘For this month, we’re focusing on the thigh, this is a simple stretch to relieve tension and improve your flexibility. We don’t do it enough
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Why is Tuina Massage different from Deep Tissue Massage?
Deep tissue massage primarily targets the musculoskeletal system, focusing on tendons and ligaments to help stretch, improve circulation, enhance range of motion, and alleviate pain. This type of massage is effective for relieving tension and
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Client Testimonial – Tony
After 12 months of slow running, lots of pain of the right glutes resulted in planter fasciitis pain in my foot. I wasn’t fit enough to run the York Marathon for the second year running,
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Nick from Nottingham drives 3 hours for a Touch Tuina treatment following a work injury!
We ‘re used to clients traveling a bit to come to the clinic but Nick from Nottingham took it to a new level last week! Following a back injury at work Nick got in touch
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Nice things People Said About Visting the Clinics in June
Thanks to our brand new booking system, clients visiting the clinics are now able to leave reviews following their appointments. It’s been in operation for over 2 months now and we continue to be blessed
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Hazel
What did you do before becoming a Tuina practitioner? Well I was and still am a dancer, I’ve been dancing for around over 15 years now. What inspired you to become involved with Tuina? I
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Client testimonial – Karine
My name’s Karine and I am a Tuina practitioner in France. When I first met Errol I was very impressed: I’ve been watching this guy on Youtube for years and I wanted to meet him
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Stretch of the Month – The Cobra
Do you get back pain from sitting all day? If so, try the cobra stretch to relieve tension and improve your posture! For this month’s ‘Stretch of the Month’ we have a simple ‘Yoga Inspired’
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Introducing the Touch Tuina Facial!
Step into a whole new level of self-care with our Tuina Facial, now available at our Kentish Town clinic, curated by our Co-founder Mariana Arando. Why have a facial? Well, it’s like hitting the refresh
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Dahl
What did you do before becoming a Tuina practitioner? Originally my background is as a performer, as a dancer. I used to teach dance and now I actually teach Pilates as well as working with
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Client Testimonial – Sophia
‘I’ve been coming to Touch Tuina for over a year now for my hip/ back pains which used to often leave me unable to walk or move effectively. Previously I had tried Physiotherapy and had
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Nice Things People Visiting the Clinics Have Said!
Thanks to our brand new booking system, clients visiting the clinics are now able to leave reviews following their appointments. It’s been in operation for a month already and we’ve been blown away by the
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Stretch of the Month – The Lower Back Stretch
Grab a bottle – making sure it’s empty first! Wrap it up inside a towel to create a cushioned roll so that the towel-wrapped bottle will protect those bony parts of your spine, often called
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Maria
‘I initially studied for my university degree in the food industries and subsequently worked in wineries in Spain as a wine make, manager and wine analyst.. I’ve always had an interest in massage though and
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Tuina Techniques you can try at home – An Fa
In Tui Na there are many different hand techniques we use to do the treatment, many are quite professional and are only to be used in clinic, but there are many that we can share
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Client Testimonial – Jason
On 28th July 2013 I ran the London Virgin Triathlon in a time of 03:41:30. I was 40 years old. The race that I ran that day was plagued with injury, I had cramps in
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Tuina techniques you can try at home – Rou Fa
In Tui Na there are many different hand techniques we use to do the treatment, many are quite professional and are only to be used in clinic, but there are many that we can share
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Client Testimonial – Aaron McLeish, Professional Boxing Coach
Hi my name is Aaron McLeish, professional boxing coach, I’d like to tell you about the services of Touch Tuina.We’ve been working together for some time now and they’ve helped me and my team of
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Stretch of the Month – Tech Neck
Moving on from Errol Lynch’s neck and shoulder exercises from last month, we’re going to try and remove the tech neck hump, so to release the traps, open up the pectoral’s and open up the
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Touch Tuina in Partnership with Haringey Borough Women’s FC
Touch Tuina have been in partnership with Haringey Borough Women’s FC for 2 seasons now, both sponsoring them and helping to keep them injury-free and fit. Helping people to excel in their chosen sports is
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Why posture is important!
Good posture is important to your overall health and can give you a variety of benefits, including increased energy and greater confidence. Having good posture can help you avoid muscle tension, fatigue, back pain, neck
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Client Testimonial – Basketball player James Cummings
I first was introduced to Touch Tuina at a basketball tournament 8 years ago, where Peter was offering a free treatment to every player there. I had just come back from a season playing basketball
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Do you wake up with Neck Pain?
Pillows are a big factor when it comes to neck pain, should you use 1 or 2? The key is to maintain netural spine alignment and make sure your neck is not strained. Below, you
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April : Stress Awareness Month
April is here and it is a very appropriate time to highlight Stress Awareness Month! We’ve just had the spring equinox, Easter, Ramadan, Eid and the Solar Eclipse (a time of movement and metamorphosis). In
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Ronnie O’Sullivan visiting the clinic
Ronnie O’Sullivan recently popped into the Kentish Town clinic for a quick tune-up! Although perhaps not quite as physical as some sports, snooker can take a toll on the body in many different ways and
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Client Testimonial – Rachel
Mariana was recommended to me many years ago and I have never looked back. I love that treatments are done under a cotton blanket and not oily, but most importantly the depth of the treatments
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Stretch of the Month – Neck & Spinal Decompression
For April’s Stretch of the Month we have two parts, these two exercises are based in the Kitchen, both quite easy to do and we recommend that you do them every time you come into
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CJ, Head Coach and Manager of St Pancras Boxing Club talks about his appreciation of Touch Tuina
In the attached video, CJ, the manager and Head Coach of St Pancras Boxing Club talks about how Errol and Touch Tuina have helped his boxers, including Dan Azeez and Joshua Buatsi, stay in top
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Visiting The Clinic For The First Time
Wondering what your first visit to Touch Tuina will look like? First we start with a written questionnaire about your general health, to highlight any issues you may have. Then we go onto the physical
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Calvin Bassey visits the clinic for a reset
Calvin Bassey came in to the Kentish Town clinic this week for a reset following The Africa Cup of Nations tournament and was treated by Peter. Calvin was also kind enough to give Errol one
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The TuinaMedic Moringa Smoothie
For an effective boost and health kick, why not try starting your day with the TuinaMedic Moringa Smoothie? It’s quick and easy to make and full of natural goodness! The ingredients you’ll need are –
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Client Testimonial – Scott
‘I’ve visited Errol at Touch Tuina York on quite a few occasions. He’s given me treatment on lower back pains, which had escalated down my right hamstring and lower leg. After a very informative, knowledgeable
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Stretch of the Month – The Standing Stretch
In our clinic, we frequently treat patients seeking relief from back pain. An interesting observation we’ve noted is that many patients tend to look down as they sit and stand, potentially worsening their condition. This
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Boxer Will Cawley thanks Touch Tuina for helping with his fight preparations
Up and coming British Boxer Will Cawley thanked Touch Tuina for helping him to keep in shape in an article for The Oldham Times last week. Originally from Oldham and now based in London, Will
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Touch Tuina Treat The Staff At Barts Hospital!
Today was our first day at Barts Hospital! Matanda, Angelika and myself were working there and actually treating the staff of the hospital! This is ground breaking, being recognised by the NHS! I started many
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Get your Vitamin C the way nature truly intended!
Vitamin Qi (pronounced Chee) is an all-natural high potent vitamin C that your body recognises & can easily absorb! Available from Touch Tuina clinics, Vitamin Qi benefits include – Natural immune supporter High antioxidant Free
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Treating World No.1 Snooker Player Ronnie O’Sullivan
As part of giving back to the community, Errol & Mariana were at the Ayo Falola Dream Mile in Lee Valley this week. The Ayo Falola Dream Mile meeting is a unique opportunity for talented
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Angelika
What did you do before becoming a Tuina practitioner?I am and I was working for hospitality, so my main background is service, I was a sommelier so my specialty is to keep people happy. What
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Stretch of the Month – The Finger Flick
This month we’re focussing on the hands, with the ‘Finger Flick’ — a valuable exercise specifically designed to target and address circulation issues in the hands. Start with your palm facing up. Place your thumb
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Happy Chinese New Year – 2024
Each year, an animal from the Chinese Zodiac, plus an element from the five elements of nature, combine to form the predominant energies for the year. On February 10th, we’ll be shifting from the Yin
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Have you ever thought about becoming a Touch Tuina Practitioner?
We’re happy to announce that we will be holding our Touch Tuina Introduction Day on Sunday 11th February, 10am – 2pm, at a cost of £60. It’s highly recommended for anyone interested in gaining a
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Dexter Lynch
What did you do before becoming a Tuina practitioner?I became a Tuina practitioner quite young, I was 18, so straight out of school. At that time I didn’t have much of an idea on which
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Client Testimonial – Bilgi Polat
For many years, I suffered with lower back pain due to disk problems. The pain extended down my leg, disrupting my sleep and daily activities. Through a referral, I discovered the fantastic clinic, Touch Tuina,
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Client Testimonial – Culture Club’s Roy Hay
I live in LA these days and don’t get to come over to the UK as much as I’d like to, but whenever I do I make sure I find time to visit Errol at
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Stretch of the Month – The March
We often give exercises to the patient during and also after the treatment. The purpose of doing so is that over the period where a patient is away, they can be doing things themselves to
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Touch Tuina Client Anthony Joshua wins in Saudi Arabia
Very pleased and excited to see Anthony Joshua put in such an impressive performance against Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia last night! He boxed magnificently, before Wallin’s corner pulled him out of the fight at
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Client Testimonial – Paul Hellawell
I thought a good time to give you my testimonial would be at the point that I am able to get back on my bike, which is today. I know we still have a journey
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It’s time to align to winter’s energy!
As the cold season is upon us, it’s time to align to winter’s energy! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Winter is seen as the ‘Water Element’ and the weather changes to colder, wetter and darker, slower
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Client testimonial – Robin Vitas
Robin Vitas, pictured with Dexter Lynch from Touch Tuina York ‘I’m Robin Vitas, international cricketer for Serbia. When I first came here, I’d literally walked past it because I’m local, Googled it and thought ‘that
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Matanda Mwale
Introducing Touch Tuina Practitioner Matanda, who started his journey with Tuina around 4 years ago. Matanda loves the ambiance of being in the clinic and being surrounded by people who are willing to share their
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Client Testimonial – Craig’s Story
Hi, my name’s Craig. I’m at the Touch Tuina clinic in Kentish Town and I can only recommend coming to this place. I was a victim of an osteopath’s in London recently, hoping that they
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Stretch of the Month – The Modified Pigeon
This exercise is used for the lower back and to stretch the glute muscles. We position the leg in three stages to work our way into the stretch. Start sat up on the bed with
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Client Testimonial – Klaudia’s Story
Hello, my name is Klaudia, I’m 30 years old. I had an injury at work, I slipped and fell. I had pain in my back and in my neck, so I called my GP and
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Ann-Marie Duberry
Meet our practitioner Ann-Marie Duberry, who’s been working with Touch Tuina for several years and loves interacting with patients and helping them to improve their overall health. What did you do before becoming a Tuina
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Client Testimonial – Calvin Bassey
Hi, I’m Calvin Bassey, Nigerian International and Fulham FC footballer. Jus Ball have helped me a lot since I was young, with constant training, not just training the physical part or just taking in the
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The Benefits of the Health Mate Far Infrared Heat Cabinet
Used in conjunction with deep tissue massage, at Touch Tuina, we have a variety of tools at our disposal to increase the benefits and effectiveness of your treatment, one of which is our Health Mate
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The Touch Tuina Catford Clinic
For people living in the south of London we have Touch Tuina Catford. This clinic is run by Senior Touch Tuina Practitioner Issie and is open from Monday to Saturday. Talking about how he became
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Stretch of the month – The Shoulder Stretch
Many people will know how important it is to stretch frequently! It’s one of the best things you can do for your body and to help you to get more into the habit, each month
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Why you should try acupuncture…
Having been used for over 3000 years to treat a variety of illnesses, acupuncture involves the principles of Qi, which flows through the meridian lines of the body, and is one of the oldest and
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Great Products You Can Pick Up In The Clinic
We have a great variety of products and merchandise available to buy at the Touch Tuina clinics, ranging from hats, neck warmers and t-shirts to Chinese Herb Remedies, vitamin supplements, Boost Oxygen for enhanced sports
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The benefits of Chinese Herbs
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has evolved over thousands of years. There are several elements to TCM, one of which is Chinese Herbs, which can be used for a variety of medical problems, including respiratory ailments,
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Client testimonial – Robin’s story
I’ve had back problems all my life, every few months it would go into spasm and I’d struggle to get out of bed or move for a few days until it eased. I never really
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Anne Marie
Anne Marie is a senior Touch Tuina Practitioner at the York clinic. Read on to find out more about how she became involved with her Tuina journey, her thoughts on why Tuina works so well
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Cough, Cold & Flu Prevention for the Autumn & Winter period
As we enter the Autumn season, many of us may experience cough, cold and flu symptoms. In Chinese Medicine and 5 element theory, this season is associated with the energy of the lungs. The lungs
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Adrian Skervin
Adrian comes from a sports and athletic background, so is only too aware of the types of injuries that can be picked up and how they can affect your performance if not put right. He
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Touch Tuina York Clinic 1
As well as the two clinics in London, Touch Tuina also has another two further north, in the beautiful Cathedral city of York. To find out more about how York 1 came to be, read
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Peter Nagy
Peter Nagy is another of our most experienced Tuina Practitioners, you can often find him at the Kentish Town Touch Tuina clinic. While there, we took some time to find out more about how he
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Touch Tuina Practitioner – Issie Halil
Issie is not only one of our most experienced practitioners, he also runs the Touch Tuina Catford clinic in South London. We sat down with him and talked about his journey to getting involved with
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Inside the Touch Tuina Kentish Town Clinic
Our Kentish Town clinic has now been open for over 9 years and has come a long way from the bare shell we first took over. Our first job was to plan out how the
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Mariana Arando – Touch Tuina Founder
Along with Errol Lynch, Mariana Arando is the co-founder of Touch Tuina and is a vastly experienced therapist, committed to providing holistic, individualistic treatments incorporating a variety of Eastern and Western body and facial work
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Errol Lynch – Touch Tuina Founder
Along with Mariana Arando, Errol Lynch is the founder of Touch Tuina. Overseeing a trio of clinics in Kentish Town, Catford and York, Errol is the UK’s leading Tuina therapist and master of Chinese medicine,
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What is Tuina?
Tuina, or Tui-na (pronounced twee-nah) originated in China and dates back to around 2300 BC. It’s the oldest known form of massage and is one of the four main branches of traditional Chinese medicine, the