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A complete system unto itself. Concerned with balance of Chi or Life Force. Under stress, chi is out of balance – deficiency of chi in one area, blockage of chi in another. Chinese medical practitioners diagnose by checking pulse: 3 different places, 2 different depths on either side. Each pulse is a different organ in the body. Patient sticks out tongue for doctor to check. Treatments: medical herbs, massage, diet, and acupuncture. Good research data show it helps with sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, and pain.

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Used to think massage therapy was an indulgence, but it is not. Since the time of Hippocrates, useful adjunct to medical care. Effective way to manage stress. Resarch shows – lowers blood pressure and relieves anxiety. Excellent results when parents provide massage for children. Massage therapist should accept feedback, have training in different techniques. Regular course of massage is best way. Benefits accrue over time. Commiting to time for yourself to receive human touch in healing manner.

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