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karacg
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Amma Massage

I had a gc for a massage so I went yesterday. The woman offered me AMMA ... I didn't know what that was -- but it seems it is highly recommended for fertility. She concentrated on the reproductive organs... Here's a little info I just found on the computer..

AMMA THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Amma, the oldest Chinese word to describe massage, is an ancient healing system dating back about 5,000 years to the period of the legendary Yellow Emperor of China. The name "Am-ma" literally means "push-pull." Amma massage is part of an ancient healing system, rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Whereas in the United States the use of therapeutic massage for healing is relatively new, in China therapeutic bodywork has been an integral part of the medical system for thousands of years.

Amma is an extremely specialized form of massage therapy that combines deep tissue manipulation with the application of pressure, friction and touch to specific points and the channels on which they are found. These channels are the pathways through which energy passes throughout the body. Amma is rooted in the same fundamental medical principles as acupuncture and herbalism, focusing on the balance and movement of energy within the body. The techniques of Amma aim to remove blockages and free the flow of energy in the body, thereby restoring, promoting and maintaining optimum health. While the acupuncturist inserts needles into the energy pathways to stimulate and move the energy, the Amma therapist relies primarily on the sensitivity and strength of the hands to manipulate the life force, called "Qi" (pronounced "chee").

Amma massage sessions usually last from 45 minutes to one hour and may include holistic nutrition, vitamin, supplement, herbal and exercise recommendations. Patients wear a gown or loose clothing and are treated on a massage table. Amma has proven to be a powerful therapy in patients of all ages for both prevention and treatment of disease. Amma massage therapists have treated a wide range of conditions for over 25 years at the College's Health Center including traumas from sprains and strains, arthritis, hypertension, diabetes, gastrointestinal problems, circulatory disease, auto-immune diseases such as scleroderma, chronic fatigue syndrome, neuromuscular diseases, asthma and bronchitis. Amma treatments have also proven exceptionally beneficial for infants and children in treating acute and chronic ear infections, upper respiratory tract infections, juvenile arthritis and diabetes, teething, headaches, hyperactivity, coughs and colds. In addition, it is possible through preventive treatments, to build the immune system, promoting a healthier and longer life.

Posted 1/13/06 10:47 AM
 
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leighla
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Re: Amma Massage

Was it relaxing still? Like a normal massage?

Posted 1/13/06 10:48 AM
 

karacg
Babygirl is 4!

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Re: Amma Massage

No, not really relaxing.... I would have liked a Swedish better!! She says she gives Swedish to men TTC (if they DON'T have any sperm issues) because they need the relaxation. This was more like someone pushing on you in certain spots, but all over your body (Chat Icon especially when my belly was jiggling around!!).

It is similar to acupressure....but I did feel relaxed afterwards. Of course DH then met me for dinner and I had a mojito so that helped!! LOL...

Posted 1/13/06 10:50 AM
 

Donna
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Re: Amma Massage

Very interesting. It reminds me a bit of the idea behind Clear passage therapies

clear passage

Posted 1/13/06 11:12 AM
 

sylvester
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Rosanna

Re: Amma Massage

Posted by karacg

I had a gc for a massage so I went yesterday. The woman offered me AMMA ... I didn't know what that was -- but it seems it is highly recommended for fertility. She concentrated on the reproductive organs... Here's a little info I just found on the computer..

AMMA THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Amma, the oldest Chinese word to describe massage, is an ancient healing system dating back about 5,000 years to the period of the legendary Yellow Emperor of China. The name "Am-ma" literally means "push-pull." Amma massage is part of an ancient healing system, rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Whereas in the United States the use of therapeutic massage for healing is relatively new, in China therapeutic bodywork has been an integral part of the medical system for thousands of years.

Amma is an extremely specialized form of massage therapy that combines deep tissue manipulation with the application of pressure, friction and touch to specific points and the channels on which they are found. These channels are the pathways through which energy passes throughout the body. Amma is rooted in the same fundamental medical principles as acupuncture and herbalism, focusing on the balance and movement of energy within the body. The techniques of Amma aim to remove blockages and free the flow of energy in the body, thereby restoring, promoting and maintaining optimum health. While the acupuncturist inserts needles into the energy pathways to stimulate and move the energy, the Amma therapist relies primarily on the sensitivity and strength of the hands to manipulate the life force, called "Qi" (pronounced "chee").

Amma massage sessions usually last from 45 minutes to one hour and may include holistic nutrition, vitamin, supplement, herbal and exercise recommendations. Patients wear a gown or loose clothing and are treated on a massage table. Amma has proven to be a powerful therapy in patients of all ages for both prevention and treatment of disease. Amma massage therapists have treated a wide range of conditions for over 25 years at the College's Health Center including traumas from sprains and strains, arthritis, hypertension, diabetes, gastrointestinal problems, circulatory disease, auto-immune diseases such as scleroderma, chronic fatigue syndrome, neuromuscular diseases, asthma and bronchitis. Amma treatments have also proven exceptionally beneficial for infants and children in treating acute and chronic ear infections, upper respiratory tract infections, juvenile arthritis and diabetes, teething, headaches, hyperactivity, coughs and colds. In addition, it is possible through preventive treatments, to build the immune system, promoting a healthier and longer life.



that is interesting, where did you get it done?

Posted 1/13/06 11:39 AM
 

karacg
Babygirl is 4!

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Name:
Kara®

Re: Amma Massage

A woman in New Hyde Park --- I can get her info. if you like...

Posted 1/13/06 11:44 AM
 
 

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