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1. Essential Understanding of Dry Horse (乾摩) – prototype of human contact

For many years, humans have used the practice of 'touching' ** as a way of treating diseases and pains. It was a natural healing act before medicine was scientifically scientifically considered the origin of sensory communication through touch.

In this respect, dry horses are not just massage techniques but modern variations of tactile-based healing rituals from ancient times. 건마

hand-healing activities in primitive tribal societies

The act of putting your hand on, rubbing, or gently tapping a painful area is common in all cultures. It was also practiced with religious rituals, and there was also a belief that supernatural powers were transmitted through the hands. 마타이

The Differences of Modern Dry Horse

Today's dry horse is structured as a non-medical and systematic health care method. In other words, it has developed into an act aimed at physical and psychological coordination through highly developed sensory technology.

2. The Sensory Structure of Dry Horse – 'Language of Tactile'

Dry horses can be interpreted as **'tactile language'** beyond physical stimulation. This has to do with how the human brain processes tactile sensation.

Touch is directly related to emotions

The **Somatosensory Cortex** and **amygdala** in the brain are linked, meaning tactile stimuli trigger an immediate emotional response. Soft pressure, regular rhythm, and warm contact reduce anxiety and induce a sense of security.

Tactile rhythm and breathing synchronization

Skilled dry horses are not just hand techniques, but tactile actions that adjust breathing and rhythm. In other words, the breathing cycle and the stimulation rhythm are synchronized to help stabilize the autonomic nervous system.

3. Dry Horse's Philosophy – 'meditation without tools'

Gunma is the act of dealing with consciousness by touching the body. It has elements similar to a kind of martial art or 禪 practice.

non-instrumental meditation

Dry horses do not rely on tools such as oils, creams, and machines, so they focus solely on the sensory interaction of 'people-to-people'. Just as meditation looks into the mind only by breathing and existence, dry horses are the act of integrating the body and mind with pure contact.

technological liberation and sensual moderation

In the modern digitalized, automated machine civilization, dry horses can be regarded as the most non-mechanical and essential human experience. This is a healing method that regains the senses and listens to the natural rhythm of the human being.

4. the sophistication of dry horse practice techniques

The techniques of dry horse are very detailed and are based on the following professional approaches.

(1) Controlling fascia anatomy-based compression

Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds the muscle and causes pain and decreased flexibility.

While the dry horse is seemingly simple, in practice, adjusting the compression depth considering the layered structure is key.

(2) Body Reflective Zone Response

There is a **Flex Zone** connected to the internal organs around the hands, feet and spine.

The dry horse precisely stimulates these areas, inducing indirect visceral functional control.

(3) Utilize center of gravity and weight movement

Skilled practitioners use weight transfer to deliver deep pressure rather than arm strength, which reduces operator fatigue and enables rhythmic flow.

5. the ethics and way of being dry

Gunma has existed with misconceptions in Korean society. There have been cases in which some establishments have abused the word "gunma" as a commercial and sexual context, but the true gunma is aimed at restoring an ethical sense and human dignity.

non-invasive and respectful

The way it is done while dressed provides a sense of psychological security, keeping the boundaries between the operator and the operator. This is a way of ensuring physical sovereignty for the client.

listening-oriented communication

Conversations before and after the procedure, accepting sensitive feedback on responses, etc. can be considered **'language of consideration'**, not just a service.

6. Conclusion – What is a dry horse?

Dry horse is not just a 'dry massage.' It is:

the most direct and essential act of healing that humans can provide to humans

Sensory art of mind-body integration through touch

a meditative practice in everyday life, such as a practice without tools

It is a deep human experience that contains an integrated understanding of technology, emotion, philosophy, and body.