Acupressure
Acupressure is a Japanese form of Asian bodywork therapy (ABT). Like acupuncture, acupressure is based on the holistic system of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Where it differs is the way it is administered. Acupuncturists use needles and acupressurists use their fingers (also palms, elbows and feet) to stimulate the acu points located throughout your body.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, symptoms are the result of imbalances in our natural energy flow which is called qi (pronounced "chee"). Improving the flow of qi and restoring your natural balance can reduce and/or eliminate these symptoms. To do this, an acupressurist applies hands on pressure to energetic pathways that run through your body. These pathways are known as meridians or channels.
The best way to describe the way energy runs through your body is to visualize a river. Picture it flowing swiftly downstream and then a huge boulder rolls into its path. Water is then forced to go around the rock. The rock represents our symptoms. When the water takes a different path around the rock this is the way our body compensates for these symptoms.
For example, if you pull a muscle you might walk with a limp. Limping is how we compensate. If the limp resolves (either on its own or through treatment like an acupressure session), balance is restored when the pain (symptom) goes away. Acupressure is useful in resolving symptoms of any type whether they are physical, mental or emotional.
Acupressure has therapeutic value and is used for stress and stress related health problems such as back pain, headaches/migraines, PMS/menopause, anxiety, insomnia, neck and shoulder pain, fatigue, arthritis pain, digestive problems, constipation, depression, recovery from injuries and many other conditions. Acupressure treatments are traditionally administered on a futon mat on the floor or a massage table with the recipient wearing comfortable clothing. We encourage you to try acupressure the next time you want to resolve a specific symptom naturally. Or just treat yourself to the most relaxing hour you’ve ever had and let the energy flow!
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, symptoms are the result of imbalances in our natural energy flow which is called qi (pronounced "chee"). Improving the flow of qi and restoring your natural balance can reduce and/or eliminate these symptoms. To do this, an acupressurist applies hands on pressure to energetic pathways that run through your body. These pathways are known as meridians or channels.
The best way to describe the way energy runs through your body is to visualize a river. Picture it flowing swiftly downstream and then a huge boulder rolls into its path. Water is then forced to go around the rock. The rock represents our symptoms. When the water takes a different path around the rock this is the way our body compensates for these symptoms.
For example, if you pull a muscle you might walk with a limp. Limping is how we compensate. If the limp resolves (either on its own or through treatment like an acupressure session), balance is restored when the pain (symptom) goes away. Acupressure is useful in resolving symptoms of any type whether they are physical, mental or emotional.
Acupressure has therapeutic value and is used for stress and stress related health problems such as back pain, headaches/migraines, PMS/menopause, anxiety, insomnia, neck and shoulder pain, fatigue, arthritis pain, digestive problems, constipation, depression, recovery from injuries and many other conditions. Acupressure treatments are traditionally administered on a futon mat on the floor or a massage table with the recipient wearing comfortable clothing. We encourage you to try acupressure the next time you want to resolve a specific symptom naturally. Or just treat yourself to the most relaxing hour you’ve ever had and let the energy flow!
