Blackbutt Health Haven; Remedial Massage & Acupressure

16/08/2026

Tai chi essence: exploring balance; combining relaxation and strength.

16/08/2026

Tai chi lesson in Bernakin this morning.

15/08/2026

Hello Everyone, my next visit to Blackbutt will be 28th Aug Friday to 1st Sept Tuesday morning.

15/08/2026

A 60-year-old male client reported prolonged cold and flu symptoms that persisted even after his initial recovery. He complained of a sore throat, acid reflux, and a tendency to overeat. Upon tongue examination, I observed a prominent crack in the areas corresponding to the stomach and lungs, which suggested that stomach heat was affecting the lungs. Given that he frequently eats out, his yellow-coated tongue indicated damp-heat accumulation. Excessive saliva production also pointed to a spleen imbalance.

For my treatment approach, I focused on regulating the stomach, lungs, and gallbladder. Following the session, the cracks on his tongue had noticeably improved, and saliva production decreased. The client also reported feeling lighter overall and noted significant relief in his throat.

14/08/2026

The Derailed Train – Why Healing Sometimes Hurts

Think of your body like a train on a track.

When dysfunction sets in—whether from injury, poor posture, or chronic stress, etc—the train slowly veers off course. At first, it still moves. But over time, it's scraping along the gravel, wearing down the wheels, and creating deep grooves in the wrong direction. This is like when the pain only happens once in a while, then it gradually becomes more aggressive.

That's chronic pain. The body has adapted to dysfunction, and it feels "normal" to be off-track.

Now, here's the good news: with TCM and your commitment, we can push that train back onto the rails.

But here's the catch.

Putting a derailed train back on track requires force. A strong, intentional push. That push shakes the entire system—the wheels grind, the metal screeches, and there is resistance.

In TCM terms, that push is the needle trigger sensation, the deep massage, and the herbal stimulation forcing blood and Qi into areas that have been stagnant for years.

And yes, that push can hurt.

The "cost" of re-alignment is temporary discomfort. The surrounding muscles, nerves, and fascia have grown comfortable in their crooked position. When we force them back into correct alignment, they protest. That post-treatment soreness is the sound of metal scraping back into place.

The Team Effort

But we can't do it alone.

The train needs a driver. That's you.

If you expect us to magically lift the train back onto the rails while you keep driving in the wrong direction, we'll get nowhere. We need you to:

Hold the new position – practice better posture and movement.

Maintain momentum – show up consistently for treatments.

Be patient – don't expect the train to run smoothly overnight.

Dysfunction took years to develop. Re-alignment takes time, effort, and yes, a little pain.

14/08/2026

Why Does Traditional Chinese Medicine Make You Sore Before It Makes You Better?

It’s frustrating: you start TCM treatment hoping for relief, but sometimes you feel more pain afterward.

You don’t need to panic. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this temporary increase in discomfort is often a good sign. Here’s why.

1. Your Body is Re-Aligning
Think of your body like a crooked house being pushed back onto its foundation. When we adjust tight muscles and stiff joints, the surrounding tissues—which have been "stuck" in that bad posture for years—suddenly have to stretch and work differently. That soreness is just your muscles waking up.

2. Fresh Blood is Rushing In
TCM says: "Where there is free flow, there is no pain."
If an area has been starved of oxygen-rich blood for a long time, the sudden flood of fresh Qi and blood can feel heavy or achy. Think of it like a "dry sponge" getting wet for the first time in years. That sensation is the rebuilding process.

But here’s the honest truth: Treatment is a team effort.

We often see clients with the wrong mindset—expecting a "magic fix" or a one-time cure. Some think that if they don't feel instant relief, the treatment isn't working. Others ignore our aftercare advice and return to bad habits or diet, then wonder why progress stalls.

TCM is not a passive service; it's a partnership. Needles and hands can only do so much. The rest depends on you—your rest, your hydration, your stretches, and your patience. Healing doesn't happen to you; it happens with you.

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02/08/2026

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My tai chi master's workshop in Poland

17/07/2026

Tai chi classes in Brisbane. Now starting one in Bernakin.

06/07/2026

Worked on a client who feels cold during this winter time. I took photos of different stages of the tongue during the treatment. There is a drastic change of the tongue as the cracks have closed significantly at the end of the treatment. After the treatment he was amazed how warm his body became.

06/07/2026

Hello Everyone, my next visit to Blackbutt will be 17th - 21st July. So far 17th and 20th is all booked up!

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