Introduction to acupressure

The method of acupressure is not meant for diagnostics and must not replace the traditional medicine! Especially when dealing with serious health conditions the visit to the doctor is urgent. Acupressure itself does not have any side effects, therefore it can be combined with any other form of healing and recovery.

The most people visit acupressure therapist in case of problematic mental issues, such as stress, insomnia, anxiousness, sadness, fear, low self esteem and similar. The method has proven itself even with dealing with excessive weight - by applying the pressure to correct pressure points in correct order can decrease the patients appetite.

Acupressure works directly on the muscular system and nerves, affecting hormones as well - so the higher brain functions can be stimulated as well. The actual effect depends on the combination of stimulated pressure points. For instance, when dealing with stress the right combination of point stimulation relaxes the muscles. The stress hormone level decreases and levels of serotonin and dopamine (happy hormones) increase, immune system recovers and we get a feeling of calmness and control afterwards.

The advantage of acupressure is that therapy effects work immediately - this can be seen especially when dealing with pain problems. The researches have shown that effects of this therapy type can last for a year and a half.