What is knife therapy?

Knife therapy is an alternative method of traditional medicine that involves a massage-like technique using knives to increase circulation and oxygen delivery to the cells.

Is knife therapy used to cut or harm people?

No, knife therapy does not involve cutting or harming people. The knives are used to apply pressure in a percussive manner, similar to percussive therapy, to stimulate circulation and relaxation.

What is the purpose of warming up the knives in knife therapy?

The knives are warmed up by hovering them over burning sandalwood, and then they are stored next to meteorites to maintain the knives' effectiveness. This process is a customary practice in knife therapy.

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