Massage therapy works by manipulating the body's soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments, through various techniques such as Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage. These techniques aim to improve circulation, alleviate muscle tension, promote relaxation, and enhance the body's natural ability to heal itself.

Cupping is an ancient therapeutic technique used in alternative medicine, which involves placing cups over meridians of the body to create suction. This promotes the movement of qi (energy) and blood, as well as aids in detoxification. Historians believe that cupping is the most ancient technique in Chinese medicine, predating acupuncture.