Massage theraphy is considered to be one of the oldest methods of healing, with the practice dating back to around 2000 BC. Although these weren't so many different massage techniques back then as there are now, the idea behind it was essentially the same.
The practice of massage theraphy refers to the application of pressure to the soft tissues of your body using different techniques, such as friction, kneading and vibration. This pressure is applied in order to manipulate your soft body tissues (muscles, ligaments, tendons, connective tissue). thus improving one's health and well-being.