Precautions while applying Acupressure

Acupressure is a technique of stimulating body’s energy points along the energy path ways (meridians). It closely resembles to the traditional massaging techniques.

Following are the precautions when applying acupressure:

• Finger tips should be applied gently. Do not press the organ forcefully.
   
• In case of pregnancy, special care is to be exercised.
   
• Do not work directly on wounds, burns or sketches etc.
   
• Special care should be exercised when massaging abdominal points.

How to use Acupressure techniques

Acupressure is a technique of stimulating body’s energy points along the energy path ways (meridians). It closely resembles to the traditional massaging techniques. Hence it involves, rubbing, pressing, and kneading using fingers. The average duration of a normal massage session can be 15 minutes.

Acupressure is applied by gentling exerting pressure to the selected points. This reduces muscle tension and strain and results in deep relaxation. The energy blockage or congestion along the energy path way can be removed by gently pressing energy points which are located at the junctures of energy pathways.

According to Chinese there are about 800 points along the energy channel from head to tow. These points are associated with specific organs and massaging these points has an impact on that organ.

Introduction and History of Acupressure

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese method in which pressure is applied on specific energy points of the body. Although named as pressure it is actually a very light touch using finger tips. It is believed that acupressure was first used 5000 years ago.  

It was discovered by Chinese when they found that by pressing certain points on the body, substantial relief in pain can be experienced. It is a common observation that when we have a headache, we tend to gently press our forehead which gives us some relief and good feeling.

Acupressure is sometimes confused with acupuncture. Although both use pressure, however, in case of acupuncture needles are used whereas, in case of acupressure finger tips are used.

Acupressure is found to be useful in treating followings:

1. Relieving Stress and Anxiety
2. Pain management
3. Improvement in blood circulation
4. Overall improvement in body functions
5. Constipation
6. Insomnia