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Acupressure - Pressure Points

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

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

Acupressure to Help Stay Alert in Class
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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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