Relief Through Self-Acupressure

You have the potential to relieve most ailments with your hands. Acupressure is an ancient art practiced by Chinese for over 5,000 years and this ancient technique uses the fingers and other parts of the body to skillfully press key points, endorphins are released into the blood which stimulate the body's natural self-healing abilities. When these trigger points are pressed, they release muscular tension, and promote circulation of blood, and the body's life force energy to aid healing.

I have relieved my headaches from pressing the acupressure points. At the base of the skull where the skull meets the neck are two points, which feel like small indentations. These acupressure points are about two inches apart, and, when gentle pressure is applied to them, pain-killing endorphins are released. Pressing gently but firmly on these points for one or two minutes will produce the healing effects.

Another proven headache fighting pressure point lies in the fleshy area between the thumb and the forefinger. A gentle, circular massage on this area with firm pressure can also bring pain relief for migraine sufferers, hold this point for one to two minutes as well. Do not use this particular technique if you're pregnant, however: manipulating this area can induce labor.

Of course, there are many other acupressure moves for different types of ailments — there are a lot of books on the subject and information about it on the web.