the use of various light, quick chopping, slapping, or beating strokes on the body during massage.

tapotement ta·pote·ment (tə-pōt’mənt, tä-pôt-mäɴ’)
A striking with the side of the hand, usually with partly flexed fingers, used in massage.


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