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India Acupressure
What is
Acupressure?
The term Acupressure means the process of pressing with a
needle; it is an art of assessing and then liberating the
obstructed energy centers and making way for a symmetric flow
of energy. Thus pressure is applied on an acupuncture point
with the help of a needle without actually piercing it. This
method of treatment goes back to a long time and is still
prominently used in India and China. According to the Asian
traditions and customs, these energy
centers or points are considered
to be junctures of special pathways that are responsible for
carrying the human energy.
The effect of Acupressure has
proved to be very helpful in treating the present age health
related problems, the common amongst them being diseases
related to the stress and strain of our everyday lives. It is
now one of the most widely used methods of therapy not only in
Asia but in the Western countries as well.
How is
the treatment done?
The treatment procedure consists of the following steps:
In the first session, a brief examination is performed by
the physician.
Based on the observations of the above mentioned assessment,
the correct acu-points are determined and the patient is
advised about the few dos and donts along with the oftenness
and tenure of the whole treatment.
Every acupressure session lasts approximately between 5 to
10 minutes.
How does acupressure work?
When pressure is applied on the acupressure points, endorphins
are released which are the neurotransmitters that relieve
pain. Thus the pain is blocked and the flow of blood and
oxygen to the affected area is augmented. This in turn causes
the muscles to relax and helps in healing.
Besides reducing the pain, Acupressure helps the body by
dissolving tensions and stresses that prevents it from
functioning properly. When the blood and bio-electrical
energies circulate properly, we have a greater sense of
harmony, health, and well-being.
What are the advantages of
Acupressure?
My discussion above has surely made you fairly interested
about this alternative medical science. Let me help you in
realizing all the benefits that you will achieve by practicing
this ancient yet powerful therapy:
Acupressure can be practiced without the help of any
specialized equipments. Even simple stuff like a ball point
pen can be used to treat a condition if required.
It is a safe therapy that does not need any strong
medications and drugs.
An Acupressure therapist can even cure simple situations
like nausea in a matter of few minutes.
Are there
any disadvantages?
Nothing is perfect! In spite of all the good and positive
sides, Acupressure also has its own set of drawbacks.
An Acupressure treatment can be done at one point at any
given point of time. This is a big disadvantage as the patient
might need attention in multiple acupuncture points,
especially those who are suffering from long standing
problems.
An Acupressure treatment needs some time; the therapist is
also obliged to stay with the patient throughout the term
(unlike in an Acupuncture therapy where the physician can
leave the patient for some time whilst the needles take
effect).
Acupressure is not suitable for soft areas like the abdomen;
it is best when treated on a hard surface like a bone.
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