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How to Apply Pressure
Firm pressure is the most fundamental technique. Use
thumbs, fingers, palms, the side of the hand, or knuckles
to apply steady, stationary pressure. To relax an
area or relieve pain, apply pressure gradually and
hold without any movement for several minutes at a
time. You can Use prolonged finger pressure directly
on the point; gradual, steady, penetrating pressure
for approximately three minutes is ideal. Each point
will feel somewhat different when you press it; some
points feel tense, while others are often sore or
ache when pressed. How much pressure to apply to any
point depends on how fit you are. A general guideline
to follow is that the pressure should be firm enough
so that it hurts a little. The more developed the
muscles are, the more pressure you should apply. If
you feel extreme sensitivity or pain, gradually decrease
the pressure until you find a balance between pain
and pleasure. Do not continue to press a point that
is excruciatingly painful. Usually, however, if you
firmly hold the point long enough (up to 2 minutes
using the middle finger with your index and ring fingers
on either side as support), the pain will diminish.
Note that sometimes when you hold a point, you'll
feel pain in another part of your body. This phenomenon
is called referred pain and indicates that those areas
are related.
It's important to drink plenty of warm water after
the massage, to help clear away toxic substances in
our body .
Caution: If you have a serious
illness , or life-threatening illness such
as heart disease, or cancer, please consult with your
physician before practicing Acupressure. |
