Acupressure

Acupressure has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its effectiveness in pain and symptom management. Acupressure is now widely used throughout the world. Many doctors believe that acupressure has positive and healing effects. Research conducted by UCLA Center for East-West Medicine has studied the scientific basis of acupressure. The research suggests that self-acupressure can help with recovery and is a low-cost, safe, and flexible method.

Acupressure applies the same principles as acupuncture. It is sometimes referred to as the needleless acupuncture because both techniques are based on pressure points and energy channels in your body. Acupressure is an alternative medicine technique that involves applying gentle but firm pressure on targeted acupressure points. With the knowledge of which acupressure points are responsible for particular health condition, you can attempt to self-care yourself with acupressure.