Tui-na Medical Massage

Traditional Chinese veterinary medicine

Tui-na (medical massage) is a form of manual therapy that is a very important part of traditional Chinese veterinary medicine. It is often used in conjunction with acupuncture, herbal medicine and food therapy.

Tui-na is comparable to a combination of acupressure, conventional massage and chiropractic techniques in Western medicine. It can be used to regulate the channels, soothe joints and sinews, promote circulation of qi and blood, strengthen the immune system and promote healthy function throughout the entire body. Tui-na can be beneficial to animals who do not tolerate with the insertion of acupuncture needles.

A wonderful aspect of TCVM Tui-na is that it can be applied at home. Dr. KK can teach pet owners basic Tui-na techniques that they can on their animals in a comfortable environment. Involving owners in the daily care of the animal increases the bond between them and also assists the pet in recovering from its condition.

Many of us will have experienced Tui-na before during our everyday lives. A mother rubbing her child stomach when they feel sick is a common example. Another is when your head is tired or aching and you move your fingers are over acupoints of your temple to press or knead the points and relieve tension. Japanese shiatsu massages utilize a form of Tui-na as well.

There are many techniques to Tui-na such as Mo-fa (touching skin and muscle), Rou-fa (rotary kneading), Ca-fa (rubbing), Tui-fa (pushing), An-fa (pressing), Nie-fa (pinching), Dou-fa (shaking), Ba-sheng-fa (stretching) and Cuo-fa (kneading). Dr. KK can determine which of these techniques will best meet the individual needs of your sick pet.

Some kind words from our friends

At 12 years of age, my first dog, “Leonardo”, a welsh pembroke corgi, was diagnosed with DM (Degenerative Myelopathy), an insidious genetic disease which erodes the nerves of the spinal cord. Dr KK was always available to listen, give advice and help whenever we had problems with his condition. She was always positive and always supported us. We are delighted we had the opportunity to meet Dr KK. We highly recommend her to anyone who doesn’t want to give up on their fluffy one’s illness. She will always help you do the best for your fury friend.
Leonardo's owners
Our experience with TCVM has been astounding. I am not sure if it Kaori’s approach and passion that makes it so effective, but we have had only positive outcomes from every treatment. All 3 of our Malamutes have had Kaori treatments for various ailments and all with great outcomes.
Al and Pam Crampton
I was impressed soon after meeting Dr.KK, because her approach was very different, not just focussing on Fuji’s skin appearance, she tried to ﬁnd the causes of the issues holistically. The holistic approach worked! We are very happy customers, and Fuji is now 8 and a half. Thank you so much Dr.KK!
Fuji's owners
Dr. KK was wonderful, very sympathetic and promised she would do everything she could to help him. Together, we discussed his problem and decided what Herbal Medicine and Food Therapy would help him the most and get him back on track. Within six weeks of taking the herbal medicine, Buster had improved so much. Thank you Dr KK, I have no doubt that he would not be here if it hadn’t been for you. I love you for giving Buster back to me.
Buster's mum
Maggie, my 8.5 year old Moodle, is alive today because Dr Kaori Kanemitsu discovered and treated the unusually complicated underlying conditions triggering her focal seizures. She remains the most challenging canine seizure case that Dr KK has ever treated. I will be forever grateful to her for not giving up on my beautiful little dog. It’s a life-long condition, but with careful management from Dr KK it is under control and she is able to live a happy and normal life.
Maggie's owners
Dr KK has given Sabbie and I such a wonderful gift that we can never repay. It has now been over 7 years since Sabbie was given six to nine months to live. She recently told me she expected Sabbie to be around for a few more years. For which Sabbie and I say: THANK YOU DR KK. !! WE LOVE YOU !!!
Marci Delaney

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