Hands that see: The enduring popularity of 'blind massage' in China

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Their eyes may not see, but their hands tell a different story. China is home to thousands of visually impaired professional massage therapists. Most of them are trained in "tui na," a specific form of therapeutic massage in traditional Chinese medicine. In this video, CGTN's Bhargab Sarmah explains the reasons behind this phenomenon and why blind massage therapists are highly regarded for their skills in China. #ChinaSeen #PeopleFirst #DesiInChina šŸ“ŗ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:šŸ‘‡ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg šŸ‘ˆ Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-01/Hands-that-see-The-enduring-popularity-of-blind-massage-in-China-1PfxdwBjbQ4/p.html Most watched videos: Impossible Chall

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