Power Acupressure Points for Common Ailments - Self-Care Guide (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798456822147)

There is such power in self-care!

Some alternative therapies such as massage therapy, reflexology, osteopathic therapy, chiropractic, homeopathy and yoga, are considered complimentary therapies to support mainstream health and wellness and are becoming more acceptable forms of alternative therapies. Acupressure and Acupuncture are also well-known alternative therapies and are starting to become more recognized in mainstream western medicine.

This comprehensive and informative guide book will give you information about what Acupressure Point Stimulation Massage is; how it assists the Qi (chi) which is the energy flowing through the meridians in our bodies, to flow with ease. Interruptions of the flow of Qi can cause many physical, emotional or mental disturbances, the common ailments we often see. By stimulating or pressing on various key points, the vital Qi energy will flow easily and this will improve internal organ function.

Why does Acupressure work well to excel as preventive forms of medicine? They make us stronger so that we can avoid disease and should correct minor imbalances before they become a bigger problem. They can also help when a problem has come up such as anxiety, headache, migraine, insomnia, memory issues and many others.

The main difference between acupressure and acupuncture is, in acupuncture, a minute needle is punctured through the skin into the targeted point, and in acupressure, the same points are pressed with a finger or a smooth stone. While Acupuncture is administered by a qualified Acupuncturist, Acupressure can be administered by a qualified massage practitioner, and even better, the great thing about Acupressure is that it can also be administered to oneself, with wonderful outcomes.

For the purpose of this guidebook, Acupressure Points are grouped together for the various common ailments and emotional disturbances of day-to-day life. It is recommended that when you are stimulating points that can help with headaches and migraines, for example, eyes should be closed, breathe in and out and focus, in the moment, on the issue, in this case headaches or migraines. If it's anxiety that you are stimulating acupressure points for, close eyes, breathe in and out and focus your mind on the anxiety that you typically have.

When locating points, feel for an indentation in the skin, and sometimes, the spot you locate may be a bit tender. Most acupressure points are noticeable once you find them!

In this guidebook you will find large clear diagrams of the main Meridians of the body, and easy-to-locate diagrams of acupressure point locations. You will also find detailed step-by-step instructions on how to stimulate or press each and every acupressure point in question. You will know by the end of the guidebook that there are a number of acupressure points that can assist with common ailments.

Author: Lori M. Read
ISBN-13: 9798456822147
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 08/29/2021
Pages: 186
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.40d