Personal Background

I was Tik Dah trained in New Zealand by a Chinese Sifu in the traditional Chinese way,  which is one to one; pupil and master, although this learning is usually only passed down father to son.   A Sifu is a traditional Chinese doctor who is a master in the martial arts.   He taught me the martial art of Tai Chi Chuen first.   This gave me the sensitivity and  strength to learn and practice the art of Tik Dah.   I also have a Masters of Health Science Post Graduate Diploma in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture.

Treatment Background

Traditional Chinese Medicine incorporates several traditional medical treatment procedures: acupuncture, Tik Dah (including bonesetting and Chinese massage), herbs and diet.   These treatment procedures can be generally classified as Inside Treatment and Outside Treatment.

Inside Treatment involves taking medicine or herbs orally to encourage the circulation of qi and blood and the correct functioning of the inner organs eg. kidneys, liver, lungs, spleen and heart.   Outside Treatment is the hands on approach of Tik Dah to treat and correct injuries and misplacements of tissue and bones.   Acupuncture can treat both inside and outside problems.

Acupuncture Background

The philosophy of Acupuncture is based on the philosophy of Yin Yang.   

The practice of Acupuncture has been recorded in China since about 3000 BC.   The history of needles, acupuncture technique and treatment results is well documented and researched.

Tik Dah Background

In traditional Chinese military life soldiers were trained in weaponry and martial arts and a Tik Dah doctor always accompanied the army.   Should anyone be hurt they would need instant treatment to enable them to continue fighting.   This carries over into modern life.   A martial arts master can be recognised by his ability to treat students who are hurt during their learning and training.   Tik Dah, the army and the martial arts are all historically linked.