taoyin

/tɑʊ.ɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a traditional Chinese exercise involving gentle movements of the joints and muscles to promote health and well-being, also known as “soft tissue mobilization” or “Chinese medical massage”

“She practiced taoyin daily to relieve her chronic back pain.”

Synonyms

  • qigong
  • taiji

Antonyms

  • orthopedic surgery
  • physical therapy