Acupressure Therapy, A Key To Happy and Healthy Life

Acupressure, a long word, but easy to do plus gives a lot of benefits.

To describe what this exactly is, I’d say, It’s an art of massaging healing points in the human body, to get rid of both physical as well as mental disturbance or pain.

It first originated in Asia over 5000 years ago.

It is also known as self-healing, and to do it you don’t need to be an expert in it. Enough knowledge about it can do some miracles for you.

THE MOST IMPORTANT ACUPRESSURE POINT

Foot:

Some ancient practices advise that massaging specific pressure points on your feet can heal various body problems. Not only that, but Acupressure also helps to reduce stress and anxiety-related issues. Some ancient practices advise that massaging specific pressure points on your feet can heal various body problems.

Foot Massage for Anxiety:

1. Curl your toes. You should see a small bend just below the ball of your foot.
2. Place the pad (thick part)of your thumb on this depression.
3. Hold on to the top of your foot with your other hand.
4. Massage the area in small circles.
5. Alternate this withholding the area firmly and pressing down.

Foot Massage for Low Back Pain:

1. Concentrate on the pressure points in your arches. You can use a few drops of oil or lotion for lubrication.
2. Move gently from the heel to the toes, alternate moving your thumbs in a series of short strokes.

Foot Massage for General Pain:

1. Sit in a comfortable place on a chair preferably.
2. Place a golf or tennis ball on the floor, just under your foot.
3. Roll the ball around with your foot until you find a sensitive spot or pressure point.
4. Press down with your foot just enough to feel the point soften.
5. Hold for 5 minutes.

Source: PowerMax Fitness