Traditional Chinese Medicine
Chinese Therapeutic Massage
Tuina is an established medical specialty in Shanghai, with trained practitioners focused on muscle, joint and movement concerns.
Tuina is a form of Chinese therapeutic massage recognised in China as a clinical medical specialty, distinct from spa or relaxation massage. Practitioners use hand techniques — pressing, rolling and kneading — on muscles, joints and soft tissue to address pain, tension and movement limitations. In Shanghai it is practised in hospital departments by formally trained practitioners under clinical standards.
Tuina backed by specialist training and clinical practice.
Shanghai's tuina services have a documented foundation in clinical education. Yueyang Hospital's department has provided formal tuina teaching since 1958 (Source: Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine), and lists tuina as a national clinical key specialty with a role in Shanghai's tuina quality-control and physician-training systems (Sources: University teaching profile, Yueyang Hospital tuina department). Companion does not endorse any single provider. For visitors, the appeal is exploring tuina as a medical specialty with established training standards. We help arrange a consultation, explain the proposed sessions in English and make sure you can communicate your symptoms, questions and comfort throughout the visit.