Chi Nei Tsang (also called Chinese Abdominal Massage) restores the movement of chi (or energy) in the abdomen, which encourages the internal organs to work more efficiently and reminds the body of its optimal state. It is an applied form of Qigong, an ancient Taoist practice that moves chi through the body. Chi Nei Tsang practitioners work mainly in the abdominal area with deep, yet soft and gentle manual techniques.

Chi Nei Tsang purges the system of unprocessed emotional charges and unwanted pollutants while harmonizing the flow of energy to all the major systems of the body (nervous, digestive, muscular, skeletal, reproductive, lymphatic, urinary, cardiovascular, and endocrine). It can:

  • Support emotional balance
  • Improve digestion
  • Promote better waste elimination
  • Enhance the immune system
  • Improve gynecological problems
  • Revive connection to self

Chi Nei Tsang can be beneficial on its own or in combination with other medical care.

Your Experience

Individual sessions are offered at 30/50 minutes. You will remain fully clothed, but loose comfortable clothing is recommended so that I can have easy access to the skin on your back and your abdomen. Typically, no oil or lotion is used.

Chi Nei Tsang is gentle abdominal massage, but you might feel some pressure. During your session, you lie in a comfortable position on your back with your knees slightly elevated so that the abdominal organs are most accessible. Many people wonder whether the massage will hurt: It does not hurt.

I suggest that you eat a light meal before coming in.

After the session, take some time for yourself to let the benefits sink in. You will probably want to avoid returning immediately to work or stressful environments. Sitting in a park, taking a short nap, eating a healthy meal are all nice ways to transition from the session back to daily life.

You may notice some new effects on your body, including increased or changed bowel movements for a week. Don’t be alarmed. This is a normal part of your body adapting to a new way of processing internal waste.