4. PRINCIPLEPRINCIPLE
• The principle behind the use of
acupressure treatment is to increase the
circulation and functioning of Qi
(Tukapua, 2005)
5. USESUSES
prevention and as a treatment for many
health conditions
reduces stress, stimulates the
immune system.
improves circulation
6. USESUSES
Acupressure is used for treating a variety
of disorders.
It stimulates a healthy digestive function
soothes chronic pain
improves energy levels and concentration
7. TECHNIQUES USEDTECHNIQUES USED
• Acupressure technique involves pressure
application, rubbing, stretching, rolling,
kneading, wiping, grasping and exercises.
• Intensity of pressure varies
• different approaches for applying pressure:
– Constant Pressure
– Intermittent Pressure
12. BENEFITSBENEFITS
It works to set the whole body in balance
so that it works to function better as a
whole.
Regular treatments result in an
improvement in overall physical and
mental health.
13. BENEFITSBENEFITS
• Unlike acupuncture which requires a
visit to a professional, acupressure can
be performed by a layperson.
• Acupressure techniques are fairly easy to
learn, and have been used to provide
quick,cost-free, and effective relief
from many symptoms.
14. BENEFITSBENEFITS
A recent study published in the British Medical
Journal has shown that Acupressure is effective
for treating back pain in terms of reducing
disability and pain scores and increasing
functional status.
The study, which compared Acupressure and
Physical Therapy , showed that overall
Acupressure was more effective in these areas
both immediately after the treatments and at the 6
month follow up (Chen, 2006).
25. BENEFITSBENEFITS
provides drug-free pain relief
effectively treats a wide range of acute
and chronic ailments
treats the underlying cause of disease and
illness as well as the symptoms
26. BENEFITSBENEFITS
assists in the prevention against disease
and illness as well as the maintenance of
general well-being
Studies have found promising results for
the use of acupuncture to treat nausea
and vomiting related to pregnancy,
chemotherapy, and post-surgery pain.