With a rich history spanning thousands of years, different cultures throughout the Middle East, Europe, Americas, Africa and Asia have been utilizing massage to address a wide range of health issues. By combining the wisdom of ancient healing traditions with the evidence-based practices of modern science, we can develop a more comprehensive evidence-based whole-person approach to health and well-being. This approach would consider the complex interplay of biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors, promoting not only physical health but also mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

For thousands of years, people with illnesses and disabilities were treated with various methods, making use of massage. The history of manual therapies varies from country to country, Ancient Babylonia, Assyria, China, India, Greece and Rome all practiced some form of massage.