Question 1

what sort of massages are involved in acupressure?

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Pressure on points: Acupressure massage utilizes pressure applied by the fingers or elbows to stimulate specific major acupuncture points on the body.

Question 2

what is the differennce of acupressure and adjustment?

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A lot: Adjustment deals with musculoskeletal alignment whereas  acupressure deals with applying pressure to specific major acpuncture points for a variety of different conditions.

Question 3

what are acupressure wrist bands ?

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Treat nausea etc.: Acupressure wrist bands apply steady pressure to a specific acupressure point on the wrist called the nei kuan point. This is often effective in treating nausea related to morning sickness, motion sickness, post-operatively and due to chemotherapy. Here is info on research showing that they really work: http://www.Psibands.Com/research.

Question 4

do acupuncture and acupressure work?

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Many proven benefits: Many research studies prove acupuncture to be effective for back & neck pain, headaches, post-operative nausea, copd, arthritis of the knee & improving success of in-vitro fertilization. Research also shows it increases endorphin & hormone release, activity of some parts of the brain & stimulates blood flow.See www.Healthcmi.Com/index.Php/acupuncturist-news-online/377-acupunctureresearchquestioned.

Question 5

how does acupressure/acupuncture work?

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Not exactly known: The mechanism of acupuncture is not entirely known, as is true for most of the pharmaceuticals we use. There is a local release of chemicals at the acupuncture points and  brain centers release endorphins, neurotransmitters, and hormones  that are relaxing, stress-relieving, mood and immune regulating. In addition,  acupuncture increases local circulation and relaxes muscles.

Question 6

where can i get acupressure wrist bands ?

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Many locations: One brand, psibands, are available at many pharmacies, whole foods, rei, toysrus etc: http://www.Psibands.Com/retailers. 
Another brand, sea-band, is also available at many pharmacies: http://www.Sea-band.Com/
both are also available on-line...

Question 7

is acupressure effective and safe treatment?

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Acupressure : Yes. It can be a very good addition to the regular medicine options to treat problems. Acupuncture is also a valid alternative medical practice.

Question 8

can i study ayurvedic acupressure course via online?

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I'm sure you can.: My experience is that in order to really learn this well it is best to be with your teacher. Hands on teaching of acupressure is far better than watching.

Question 9

is there a difference between acupressure and acupuncture?

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Method istimulation : Both methods aim to stimulate acupuncture points under the skin, acupressure using massage and acupuncture using small needles. We can also use heat, electricity, ultrasound, or low intensity laser to stimulate the points, so it can be completely painless.

Question 10

what is the difference between acupuncture and acupressure?

Accepted Answer

Needles & no needles: Acupuncture points and acupressure points are similar, the difference is whether needles are used or not. Some people get effective relief with just treatment to pressure points.

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