The use of finger pressure on acupuncture points, to stimulate the smooth flow of chi through the energy channels of the body.
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Acupressure
Acupressure is a healing system based on traditional Chinese Medicine. It is closely related to acupuncture. The main difference is that instead of thin needles being inserted along the meridian lines, Accupressure uses finger pressure.
May be used for:
- Stress
- Depression & anxiety
- Pain
- Anaesthesia
- Addictions
- M.E.
- Allergies
- Asthma & Hay Fever
- Eczema
- Injuries
- Fatigue
- Digestive disorders
- Circulatory disorders
- Women's health
- Infertility & Sexual problems
- Muscular and skeletal problems
- Arthritis
- Migraines
- Nausea
- High Blood Pressure
How does it work?
Experiences
At the first session, you may be asked informal questions about your complaint, medical history and lifestyle.
Acupressure involves mainly the thumb and fingertip pressure, but can involve massage along the meridians.
Side effects
- Some people feel tired after treatment and need to rest.
- Some find the pain worsens for a few hours before getting better.
- Some feel completely rejuvenated immediately!
Duration and number of sessions
- Treatment times vary greatly, but should be between 30 - 90 minutes.
- 1 to 2 sessions per week may be needed to begin with, then weekly until condition clears.
- A return every two months is recommended to rebalance your system as a preventative measure.
Safety issues
- Safe for every age group.
- Safe for every level of health.
- You should make the therapist aware of any existing medical condition.
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Important
Inclusion of any therapy on this site does not signify endorsement of it by BSSK.
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BSSK Events
27 Ajax Court
Scunthorpe
N Lincs
DN15 8QH
27 Ajax Court
Scunthorpe
N Lincs
DN15 8QH
If you would like to speak to someone from BSSK Events regarding alternative therapies, call us on:
01724 849886