How to Treat Insomnia With Acupressure

Insomnia is a debilitating condition that can cause serious problems unless it is treated. One method of alternative treatment is acupressure. Acupressure is the ancient art of using pressure points to align chakras and unleash the body's natural healing powers.

Instructions

1. Decide if you would like to learn acupressure or if you would rather have a trained practitioner administer acupressure to you.

2. Look up acupressure practitioners in your area and find one that is certified by a training institute such as the Acupressure Institute. Make an appointment with a practitioner who has treated patients with insomnia.

3. Lay down in a warm and quiet room. Use several fingers to apply pressure to the pressure point. Breathe deeply and massage for 1 to 3 minutes.

4. Apply pressure to the depression in the middle of your wrist. This is in the heart meridian. Relieve anxiety and overexcitement. It can help relax you and ease your insomnia.

5. Massage the spot on your wrist below your pinky finger. You will feel a hollow spot. This is the Spirit Gate and it has a calming influence on you.

Tips & Warnings

• Tenderness is a result of a blocked energy pathway and should ease over time.

• Practice acupressure regularly to receive the fullest benefits.

• Avoid discouragement and overthinking while performing acupressure. The key is to relax and focus on the pressure.