The art of using acupressure points to cure physical ailments isn’t new. Used for thousands of years in China, acupressure applies the same principles as acupuncture to promote relaxation and wellness and to treat disease. Sometimes called pressure acupuncture, acupressure is often thought of as simply acupuncture without the needles.
For the sake of this article, we’ll focus on hand reflexology, a method based on the application of pressure to certain points on one’s palms to alleviate pain. The principles of reflexology have led to the idea of finding the pressure points within the palm of your hand that is connected to the part of the body causing you pain. By applying pressure with your thumb into the corresponding part of the hand you will soon effectively relieve your pain.
Follow the instructions given below and refer back to the infographic to identify where your pain stems from.
Instructions:
- Locate the point associated with the painful area of your body. Once found, press on it using your thumb. Hold for 5 seconds.
- Release your thumb and wait for 3 seconds.
- Press the point again.
- Repeat this procedure several times.
- Performing this treatment at least once a day will significantly improve your condition in a week.
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