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Acupressure - Pressure Points

Instead of using acupuncture needles, acupressure uses finger pressure to stimulate acupuncture points and energy pathways.

Acupressure

What is acupressure? Here is a definition of acupressure.

Acupressure

What is acupressure? Why do people try it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?

Acupressure to Prevent Repetitive Strain

Acupressure can be used to help prevent repetitive strain injuries. View photos of commonly used acupressure points.

Review of FitBALL Pressure Points

Our exercise guide, Paige Waehner, reviews FitBALL acupressure balls.

Can You Get Rid of Nausea by Pressing a Spot on Your Arm?

Sometimes mild nausea, even morning sickness, may improve by pressing on a certain point on the arm. Find out where it is.

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