The application of touch and movement to muscles, tendons, and ligaments without manipulation of the joints is called _________________
Fill in the blanks with correct word
massage
A gentle massage, a form of cutaneous stimulation, is the application of touch and movement to muscles, tendons, and ligaments without manipulation of the joints.
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