Acupuncture is an ancient healing method

Traditional Chinese medicine practices of acupuncture have been incorporated into acupressure as an ancient healing art. The technique of acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body. The places where these points are located are called acupoints. When these points are pressed, muscle tension can be released and blood circulation is increased, which can ease many common side effects of chemotherapy. Everything from headaches to constipation to stress and nausea.  

What are Acupoints?

Acupoints are points where blood, nerves, lymph, and connective tissue meet. Activating an acupoint alters brain chemistry and triggers the body to react in order to achieve a desired result. As an example, acupoints for nausea work by relaxing the nervous system, which helps regulate digestion. 

In order to understand the different acupoints, you must first learn some basic information:

• Use your thumb or index finger to massage the pressure points.
• You can also use more than one finger or the heel of your hand to press on these points.
• Use firm but gentle pressure.
• Use a circular motion when applying pressure to these points.
• Press for at least two to three minutes on each point.
• Repeat a few times a day.
• Continue treatments for several days or until you begin to feel relief.

Pressure Points 

Nei Guan

He Gu