Massage dates back to 3000 BCE (preclassical era), when it was considered to be a sacred method of natural, curative treatment. Massage therapy was a highly valued practice that Hindus employed in yoga and jnana. It has been passed down from generation to generation to treat injuries, pain and to prevent or treat common diseases. In today's world it is used for a variety of reasons, but in the end it's utilized to induce relaxation and stimulation. It is employed in spas, hotels, resorts and many more as part of a healthy lifestyle.