If you have never experienced a tunia Chinese massage, you're missing out. But be prepared to be poked and prodded.
Traditionally tunia massage consists of acupressure and massage techniques that aim to directly influence the flow of Qi (or Chi, your life source) and treats the whole body, mind and spirit, while allowing the body to heal itself naturally. Blocked Qi = sluggish body. This is all theoretical of course as no one can prove that your Qi actually exists, but I do feel a whole lot better (albeit a little bruised) after one of these massages.
There is no skin contact in this massage as the therapists place a sheet between their limber fingers and your clothing. So no undressing either, yay!
Prices range from $20 and up, and you can choose between areas you would like to get treated: head and shoulders, full back, scalp, reflexology....the list goes on. The treatment times for each area varies as well, from an express 15 minute neck and shoulder to a full hour of unparalleled bliss and poking. And unblocked Qi of course.
The staff here are friendly and leave you to get your bliss on, only to be interrupted once with a gentle, 'is the pressure okay?'
For the price and the treatments I really rate this place highly. I feel great after one of their massages and like the unintrusive nature of the technique. However if you don't like the idea of being massaged in a fishbowl (it's a glass shop front), you may want to skip this. But I say toughen up buttercup, because it's well worth it. read more