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chinese massage (anma)

(see also: Acupressure and Tui Na.)

Anma is a deep tissue massage performed without oil, using a primarily kneading, percussion, stretching, and squeezing techniques. The underlying goal is to restore the flow of Qi (the natural life energy) throughout the body.   (more info below)

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Anma is a term that the Japanese use to describe this system of massage techniques, and Shiatsu is one of the techniques employed within the over all system. Chinese massage was introduced into Japan over 1300 years ago, though it has been used in China for approximately 3,000 years.

Anma is also used in some Japanese martial arts.

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