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What is Acupressure?
Acupressure is an ancient healing art
developed in Asia over 5,000 years ago that uses the fingers
to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate
the body's natural self-curative abilities. When these
points are pressed, they release muscular tension and
promote the circulation of blood and the body's life force
energy to aid healing. Acupuncture and acupressure use the
same points, but acupuncture employs needles, while
acupressure uses gentle but firm pressure.
Energy Work: The most potent form of energy work uses
acupressure points. Energy (know as Chi or Qi) flows most
freely when you touch, press, or hold the points in
bodywork. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
these healing points are the gateways to the body's life
energy force. This universal energy source is also the basis
of the Martial Arts and Healing Arts. The flow of this vital
healing energy governs blood circulation and the function
and balance of the human body. Studying the location and how
to touch these acupuncture points is key to transformational
energy work and massage therapy.
Advantages of using acupressure include relieving pain,
balancing the body and maintaining good health. The healing
touch of acupressure reduces tension, increases circulation,
and enables the body to relax deeply. By relieving stress,
acupressure strengthens resistance to disease and promotes
wellness.
Several kinds of acupressure are taught at the Institute all
using the same ancient trigger points. Varying rhythms,
pressures, and techniques create different styles of
acupressure. Shiatsu, for instance, the most well-known
style of acupressure, can be quite vigorous, with firm
pressure applied to each point for only three to five
seconds, while the Jin Shin style of acupressure gently
holds each point for a minute or more. We teach a variety of
bodywork styles along with massage on tables and floor mats.
Our graduates are encouraged to integrate hands-on
techniques for enhancing and individualizing their sessions.
[The information from http://www.acupressure.com]
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