Acupressure is an ancient Chinese practice that is similar to acupuncture. Instead of using needles along the meridian points as in acupuncture, the therapist uses fingers or knuckles. Pressure on the median points improves the flow of life force energy throughout the body, which leads to self-healing. Acupressure is thought to help with a great many diseases and conditions.
Back Pain
By applying pressure to the meridian points for the back, the muscles are relaxed and blood circulates to the area, relieving the pain.
Female Infertility
Many women have become pregnant by adding pressure to meridian points of the the reproductive organs. Sometimes there are blockages along the fallopian tubes that prevents the eggs from traveling down to the uterus. Acupressure removes these blockages.
Arthritis
Acupressure helps with the joints by massaging the area and sending more blood to the swelling and painful areas.
Nausea
Nausea occurs in the stomach with the body sending signals to the brain. Acupressure on the right meridian points can reduce nausea by relaxing the muscles in the digestive system that cause vomiting.
Immune Disorders
Acupressure treats the entire body and by applying pressure to all the major meridian points, circulation increases the flow of blood that brings nutrients and the flow of lymphatic fluids that remove wastes.
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