The ancient Chinese are one of the many believers in the importance of energy balance within the human body. All of their traditional medical care involves the focus in realigning and correction of the life force of an unhealthy individual. Whether it is acupuncture, acupressure or Tui Na, all of these shares the same objective in delivering a healthy physical and mental condition by addressing various problems through the body’s key points.

Another Chinese developed massage therapy which is popular now in the US is the Chi Nei Tsang massage or CNT. It is a form of bodywork which focuses on working on the body’s internal organs as a way of self-detoxifying it in the most natural way.

The therapy uses the common Oriental philosophy of addressing health issues through the flow of qi (chi) which is known as the life force in Chinese medicine as well as in most Asian countries. The therapist conducts gentle massage strokes on various parts of the body where there are energy pathways in order to release harmful elements, treat conditions and other beneficial effects to the human body. The massage strokes and techniques help them in their goal of balancing energy or qi inside their bodies. The methods used are closely similar to those of Qi Gong which is why it is also known as internal Qi Gong therapy. CNT is based on the medicinal tsar principles which have been used by Taoist monks as their method of strengthening and removing harmful toxins from within their bodies. The therapy though differs from the other energy balancing techniques because it doesn’t work by unblocking meridian points; instead it conducts massage strokes on the internal organs where the pathways of energy run through.

In a Chi Nei Tsang massage therapy session, the client is asked to lie down on a massage table in a relaxed and comfortable condition. The massage therapist then works with gentle pressure on the various areas of the human body, mostly on the abdominal part. Although it is known as a gentle massage therapy, the technique can be quite deep penetrating as it focuses on manipulating the organs inside the client’s body. Massage oil is used during the therapy session which helps reduce friction and discomfort as the masseuse woks on the client.

The therapy is also known for its concept of the five essential elemental forces that are based on the Traditional Chinese Medicine which are associated with the various internal organs of the human body. The elements consist of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. All are important in treating various problems through the effective manipulation of the organs inside a patient’s body.

Aside from the massage session you receive in a CNT massage therapy, your therapist will also teach you proper diet, exercise, and breathing techniques that can aid in the healing, detoxifying, and strengthening process of the body. The therapy can also be taken by individuals without health issues as a way of maintaining good health and mind and body relaxation.

Author Bio: I write for TIR Massage Stone about performing hot stone massage and about obtaining a proper hot stone massage kit.

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