Amma, the oldest Chinese word to describe Bodywork, is an ancient healing system dating back about 5,000 years to a period of the legendary Yellow Emperor of China. The name “Am-ma” literally translates to “push-pull.” Derived from “Anma” is classic Korean Asian bodywork. It is rooted in the principles of Classic Chinese Medicine. The techniques of Amma aim to remove blockages and free the flow of Qi in the body.

• The practitioner employs a specialized form of somatic, skilled-touch therapy that combines
• tissue manipulation to muscles, ligaments and joints
• application of pressure, friction and touch to specific acu-points and energy channels

An Amma session usually lasts one hour. For this full body treatment, patients wear a gown or loose clothing and are treated on a bodywork table.

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