Tui Na UK

Alison Russell

I grew up in the Peak District. On leaving school I worked locally for a short time before travelling to Paris where I taught English as a foreign language for a couple of years before moving on to Beijing China.

It was there that I was first introduced to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). I was allowed to observe many procedures and personally witnessed the excellent results achieved in a wide variety of cases.

On my return to the UK I took a three year degree course in Traditional Chinese Medicine. This course gave me automatic membership of the British Acupuncture Council, currently one of the main regulatory boards to ensure the safe and legitimate practice of Acupuncture.

Following my degree I completed my training in Tui Na Chinese deep tissue massage with Errol Lynch. I have found Tui Na to be an excellent tool in the treatment of many pain conditions.

I often use a combination of Acupuncture and Tui Na when treating patients as the two disciplines work together so well. Tui Na is fantastic for people who maybe afraid of needles as many of the benefits of Acupuncture can be achieved through acupressure instead.

In addition to Acupuncture and Tui Na I am also a qualified Reiki practitioner.

I am passionate about my career and gain immense satisfaction by helping people to retain the best possible health. I take part in regular supervision and continuing professional development programmes.