The Complete Guide to Our Most Important Pressure Points!
According to ancient oriental beliefs,
every organ in the human body has a representative pressure point in the
hand and the foot. By massaging and applying pressure to a certain
point for about a few minutes, you should be able to alleviate pain,
cure diseases and feel much better. Get to know the most important
pressure points in the hands and feet by following the instructions in
this detailed guide.
What Is Acupressure?
Acupressure is an ancient form of healing
that makes use of the fingers to gently stimulate key points which are
linked to your body's natural self-curative abilities. It dates back
over 5,000 years and originated in Asia.
Acupressure has been found to effectively relieve stress-related issues,
and is perfect for preventive health care and self-treatment, as
it can naturally boost your immune system. Acupressure can reduce pain,
release tension, improve circulation, and even promote overall good
health and spirituality.
How Acupressure Works
Acupressure points are sensitive areas on
the skin that have a high level of electrical conductivity, thus
allowing them to channel healing energy in a very effective manner. The
Chinese refer to this energy as Chi or Qi, while the Japanese call it
Ki. Yogic practices, on the other hand, refer to this energy as prana.
No matter what you call it, the universal healing energy remains
identical everywhere you go and is something that links us to the rest
of the universe. This energy can still be channeled anywhere without
using the appropriate pressure point but it's the feat that is very
challenging to properly control, which is why acupressure points are so
convenient.
How to Use Pressure Points
Acupressure might sound like a complex
affair, but applying it couldn't be easier! Simply follow these tips to
ensure that every acupressure session goes as smoothly as can be:
• When applying pressure to the hands or feet, make sure it is light and
steady, and hold it for between 1 and 3 minutes.
• Increase pressure if you are not feeling anything and decrease
pressure if it starts to feel sore.
• Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes while applying
pressure.
• Afterward, try and breathe deeply for 5 to 10 minutes to maximize the
effects.
Pressure Point Charts
In order to make use of a pressure point's
healing potential, you'll first need to locate it. That's why we've
given you access to two incredibly detailed pressure point charts, one
for the hands and the other for the feet. Simply go through the list of
issues that can be found beneath each image, and apply pressure to
the pressure points that correspond to any physical or mental health
issues that you would like to heal.
The Hands
The Feet
Tips For Beginners
• Avoid applying pressure to tumors, wounds or cuts.
• Never apply pressure to a single point for longer than 3 minutes.
• Always apply pressure gently.
• Never substitute acupressure for medical intervention, but use them to complement each other.
• Always breathe deeply, smoothly, and slowly when applying pressure and even during the breathing exercises that follow.
• Never apply pressure to the throat.
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