Indonesians turn to massage

“Elderly Indonesian masseurs in the country’s earthquake-devastated Java region have found themselves in high demand as traumatized survivors seek alternative treatment to soothe their pain.

“‘I visited the masseurs yesterday’ [said Suparjo, 61, who gave only one name]. ‘They massaged my shoulder and fingers. I am fine now. I can sleep again. Some people even come here after being treated by doctors,’ she said, smiling.”

— Reported by Reuters.com