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LicenseWooden massager, with semi-circular handle and four wheels
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Wooden massager, with semi-circular handle and four wheels
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Wooden massager, with semi-circular handle and four wheels, Japanese, 1801-1900
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is also practised in Japan. Qi is the energy or life force that flows through meridians, or channels, in the body. Disease and illness occur when qi becomes blocked. Acupuncture or massage is thought to unblock the meridians. This 19th century massage roller is identical to many available in shops today. Massage has become a popular treatment worldwide. It is thought to relax both mind and body.
Details
- Category:
- Asian Medicine
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A31520
- Materials:
- boxwood
- Measurements:
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overall: 100 cm x 180 mm x 45 mm, .095kg
- type:
- massager
- credit:
- Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)
