What is Acupressure? Acupressure is often called as acupuncture without the needles. Instead of needles Jonathan Toews Jersey , acupressure involves the application of manual pressure, usually done with the fingertips to specific points on the body.
According to the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, the body has vital energy called "chi" or "qi" that flows along invisible lines of energy flow called meridians. There are considered to be at least 14 meridians connecting our organs with other parts of our body. Acupuncture and acupressure points lie on those meridians. If the flow of qi or energy is blocked at any point on a meridian, it's thought to be the cause of ailments and lead to disease anywhere along those lines. That's why an acupressure practitioner may apply pressure to an acupressure point in the foot to relieve a headache.
There is no scientific consensus on how acupressure might work. Some say that the pressure given may promote the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals in the body Duncan Keith Jersey , called endorphins. Another theory is that the pressure may influence the autonomic nervous system.
Why Do People Try Acupressure? Most people opt for acupressure for a specific ailment. Some of the more common ailments are: • nausea and vomiting during pregnancy or morning sickness; • motion sickness; • nausea after surgery; • nausea due to chemotherapy; • cancer-related fatigue; • headache; • menstrual cramps; • muscle tension and pain;
Some of the advantages of acupressure to P6 on wrist for nausea are that it can be self-administered and it is believed to safe for pregnant women and those with cancer or other illnesses.
How is acupressure done? Acupressure is often done by an acupressure specialist. The person receiving the acupressure generally lies on the massage table.
Acupressure is capable of being self administered. However, it is best considered to consult an acupressure specialist for proper instructions. Acupressure is done by using the finger, thumb or knuckles to apply a gentle but firm pressure on the acupressure points.
Technique of doing acupressure The pressure is often increased for about 30 seconds, held steadily for 30 seconds to two minutes and then gradually decreased for 30 seconds. It's often repeated three to five times until there is a significant decline in the pain or ailment.
Precautions to be taken Acupressure should never be done in a painful manner. If you experience any pain Chicago Blackhawks Jersey , discontinue the session.
Pressure should be put gently over fragile or sensitive areas, such as the face. People with osteoporosis, recent fracture or injury, easy bruising Jeff Skinner Jersey , bleeding disorders, circulatory problems due to diabetes, and those using anticoagulant medications such as Coumadin that "thin" the blood should avoid acupressure unless under the supervision of a qualified acupressure therapist. Pregnant women should consult their doctor before opting for acupressure. Acupressure shouldn't be done on the abdominal area or to certain points on the leg if pregnant.Acupressure shouldn't be done over open wounds, bruises [url=http://www.hockeynhlshop.us.com/Cheap
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