Fear of Needles? Try Acupressure

by Carole Vansickle

Acupressure uses pressure, not needles.

Acupressure is based on the same theories as acupuncture, but instead of actually inserting needles at key points on the body, acupressure uses pressure from suction cups, fingers or stones to accomplish the same goals.You can perform it on yourself.

Finding Acupressure Points for Joint Pain

Acupressure: Non-Joint Problems

Performing Acupressure

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Acupressure uses pressure, not needles.

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