Daoyin : this method of health protection and treatment in ancient times features breathing, physical exercise therapy, and self-massage. Generally using only the hands, but sometimes assisted with simple instruments, it is helpful for promoting the flow of qi and blood circulation, nourishing the muscles and tendons and strengthening bones, wiping out fatigue, dispelling vexation, and eliminating dis-eases and prolonging life.
Anqiao: an ancient term for massage.
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2. So people live an easy life and enjoy many kinds of food.
3. Diseases often occurring here include: flaccidity syndrome, cold in the extremities, and cold and fever. To cure these diseases, the way of Daoyin and Anqiao are suitable. So Daoyin and Anqiao came from the Central Plains.
4. A good doctor can flexibly use the various methods according to different conditions of the patients. At last, the patients are cured because the doctor knows the causes of disease and is proficient in the way of Daoyin and Anqiao.
