complementary medicine

Acupressure was originated in China thousands of years ago
and evidence has been found that acupressure was practiced in the stone age!

Acupressure has been used to reduce post-operative nausea and vomiting in children.

Acupressure also reduces nausea in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

Acupressure can be done anywhere without special equipment.

You can treat yourself safely with acupressure
as long as you follow the guidelines of a professional acupressure practitioner.

Correctly performed
acupressure increases circulation
reduces tension and pain and enables the body to relax.

Acupressure strengthens the immune system and promotes wellness.

Acupressure should be applied slowly and gently. Applying it too quickly or vigorously can do some damage
especially in the abdominal area.

Special care and caution is needed in the case of a pregnant woman or in treating a person with burns
infections and recent injuries.

Acupressure is more effective than physical therapy for the majority of patients with low back pain.

Ear acupressure can be used to reduce stress and anxiety.

Acupressure is used to reduce fear and anxiety in trauma victims and in pre-operative care.

Acupressure can be used to treat all these conditions:

Tension Headaches
Migraine Headaches
Jaw Pain
Toothache
Earache
Neck and Shoulder Pain
Wrist
Hand
Arm pain
Backache
Hip
Knee
Ankle and Foot pain
Colds
Flu
Sore throat
Sinus Infection
Loss of Voice
Allergies
Anxiety Attacks and Nervousness
Depression
Insomnia
Fainting
Hiccoughs
Improve Memory and Concentration
Angina
Heart Palpitations and High Blood Pressure
Constipation
Diarrhea
Heartburn and Stomachache
PMS and Painful Periods
Hot Flashes
Pregnancy Discomfort
Morning Sickness
Bed-wetting
Incontinence
Urinary retention
Nose bleeding
Itching
Asthma
Decreased Libido
Hangover

Here are a couple acupressure tips you can try:

For headaches and muscle or joint pain
press the fleshy part of your hand between your thumb and index finger. Hold for this for one minute
then repeat on the other hand.

For low-back pain
lie on your back
with your feet elevated on a sofa or chair. Place two tennis balls under your lower back on either side of your spine. (I got cheap tennis balls in the dog toy department.) Stay in this position for one minute or sooner if it becomes uncomfortable.

For knee pain
put a tennis ball on a pillow
then place your leg over it so the ball is pushing into the crease behind your knee. Find the sensitive spot just below your kneecap and slightly to the outside of the shinbone. Press into it gently with your fingertips for about one minute.

You can learn to do acupressure at home to supplement professional treatment. This is especially useful when you are stricken with illness or pain and you can't get to the doctor soon. For more information see my website http://natural-pain-relief-solutions.com.