KITZ KinderTherapieZentrum (Uster)

In general, the various Asian treatment methods are about regulating the life energy of the person, the so-called Qi.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) includes the following techniques:

Acupuncture By needling acupuncture points, the flow of energy in the meridian system is influenced. Especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding, various complaints can be positively influenced and the well-being of the mother can also be increased. As scientific studies show, acupuncture can even facilitate childbirth and relieve the pain of labor.

Shonishin Shonishin is a gentle Japanese pediatric therapy suitable for babies and children up to age 5. Special instruments are used to apply fine strokes, taps or pressure stimuli to specific areas of the body, causing mild stimulation of the meridian system. This has a harmonizing effect, which stimulates the self-healing powers of the organism.

Tui Na Tui Na is a Chinese massage form and also one of the main pillars of traditional Chinese medicine. The Chinese term is composed of the words "tui" = push / press, or "na" = grasp / pull together. This means that with these manual techniques blockages of the energy pathways can be dissolved and the energy flow can be flow of energy can be promoted in general.

Cupping / Gua Sha Cupping or "Gua Sha" stimulates blood flow to the skin and underlying tissues. This also improves the lymph flow, adhesions in the fascia or connective tissue can be loosened and waste products can be better absorbed. The Chinese term "Gua Sha" is composed of the words "gua" = to scrape and "sha" = roughened, discolored skin. Gua Sha" involves scraping the skin several times with a blunt object until the skin turns red.