Preferred Label : Massage Therapy;
NCIt synonyms : Massage;
NCIt definition : A therapeutic method of manipulation, methodical pressure, friction, and kneading
of the body. (from Taber's);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A treatment in which the soft tissues of the body are kneaded, rubbed,
tapped, and stroked. Massage therapy may help people relax, relieve stress and pain,
lower blood pressure, and improve circulation. It is being studied in the treatment
of cancer symptoms such as lack of energy, pain, swelling, and depression.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000454761;
Origin ID : C15276;
UMLS CUI : C3536731;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
- False automatic mappings
- Semantic type(s)
- UMLS correspondences (same concept)
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