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7 Apr, 5 tweets, 1 min read
Medical body therapy was invented in Africa. Today it is the basis for medical practices such as chiropractic work, reflexology, craniosacral therapy, postural integration, shiatsu, ect. Image
The journey of learning is daily as we continue to discover more gems of wisdom from our African ancestors. The suction cup method commonly known as "cupping" is widely known as a Chinese alternative therapy treatment.
This method can also be found in communities across Africa where a horn is used to draw out stagnant blood to the surface and remove toxins from the blood.
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