Acupressure is a holistic, noninvasive way to relieve pain in the body. Su Jok, a Korean form of healing acupressure, is based on reference meridian points in the hands and feet that represent the entire body.
If you have a sore area, you can address it specifically by finding the corresponding part of the hand. For example, for lower-back pain, press on the back of the hand right between the middle and fourth finger. Once you find the proper point in the hand, apply pressure for a few seconds.
The results of acupressure are instant and can be similar to Chinese acupuncture; in some patients, they are so dramatic it seems like magic.
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If the painkillers aren't working and you don't think you can stand the work day much longer thanks to your pounding headache, acupressure may be a technique you want to try, thanks to Total Beauty. Based off of ancient Chinese acupuncture, acupressure is an easy fix to many ailments sans the hundreds of needles.
For Nausea: To get the same effect as a motion sickness bracelet, take your wrist in between your thumb and your index and middle fingers. Your thumb should be on the inside of your wrist, about two finger-widths down from the top crease, while your middle and index fingers are on the opposite side of your wrist. Firmly press together. For Nausea That Hits You Like a Tidal WaveDo This: To get the same effect as a motion sickness bracelet, take your wrist in between your thumb and your index and middle fingers. Your thumb should be on the inside of your wrist, about two finger-widths down from the top crease, while your middle and index fingers are on the opposite side of your wrist. Firmly press together.
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For Cramps: Use your fingers to locate the spot between your lumbar spine and your tailbone, near the middle of your sacrum (that's the large, triangular bone at the base of your spine). Firmly press this pressure point while taking deep breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth until the pain begins to subside. Repeat throughout the day when feel cramps flaring up.
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For Sinus Pressure: Place your index fingers on either side of your nose. Gently press on the creases where your nose and cheek meet, just outside the flare of your nostrils. Hold for up to 3 minutes.
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For Drowsiness: Use your middle and index fingers to firmly press against the back of your knees for a boost of energy. If you're really nodding off, lightly tap the top of your head, directly in the center. Then, use your thumb and index finger to massage the same spot behind your knees followed by the middle of your foot.
For Stiff Necks: Place fingers behind your ears and travel down and inward until you find the indention at the top of your jaw. Use your middle and index fingers to firmly press on these two pressure points on both sides of your neck. Close your eyes and slowly tilt your head back until the pain starts to subside.
