Acupressure is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves applying pressure to specific points on the body. These points, called “acupoints”, are believed to be located along pathways or meridians in the body, through which energy, or Qi, flows. Acupressure is often used to relieve pain, promote relaxation, and improve circulation. It is similar to acupuncture, but rather than using needles, it uses finger pressure or other tools to stimulate the acupoints. Acupressure is often used in conjunction with other forms of traditional Chinese medicine, such as herbal medicine and acupuncture.
Acupressure is an effective, low-risk non-pharmacological intervention that can be used for a multitude of symptoms and patient populations
Acupressure is another healing art that utilizes the same medical theory used in acupuncture. Where acupuncture involves inserting ultra-thin needles into specific points on the body called acupoints. Acupressure stimulates the same points through applying gentle pressure with the fingers, hands, elbows, or special acupressure tools, such as magnets, lasers, or a tuning fork. The gentle pressure stimulates the nervous system, promotes blood circulation, and releases muscle tension, all of which can promote the body’s innate healing response.
Acupressure is one of the ways that we can help open the channels in our bodies, which are the pathways through which chi flows to allow for an even flow of chi. When we do this, the body is able to rely upon its natural innate healing mechanisms to move the chi to areas where it needs to go and remove any build up or areas that energy has become stagnant. By doing so, we can support normal function of fluids and substances that support the tissues in our organs and the body through removing imbalances. By doing this, we can treat symptoms and we can also prevent disease from occurring in the future.
