Acupressure is a different form of conventional acupuncture. It is also known as finger acupuncture. It has been found to be effective in the treatment of mild to moderate headaches. It involves the skill of gently rubbing in circular motion the acupuncture points related to headaches.

Headaches are quite common and usually do not pose any serious problems. But they are source of irritation and distraction and should be dealt with accordingly. One of the better ways of getting rid of headaches is by applying acupressure point’s technique. Acupressure is a natural remedy without any side effects and is a non-drug therapy.

What are the causes of headaches?

Headaches are normally caused due to the following reasons:

•    Nervousness and anxiety

•    Emotional stress

•    Hangover

•    Stiff neck and shoulders

•    Tiredness

•    Common cold and flu

•    Menopause

•    Menstruation

Acupressure location point and technique to relieve headaches:

One acupressure point is located beneath the occipital bone, about 1.5 inches sideways to the midline of the head. Sit down and bend the head frontward and using the thumb massage gently but firmly in a circular motion.

Another acupressure point is located over the dorsum of the hand in the middle of the first and second metacarpal bones. Press firmly against 2nd metacarpal bone and massage using the thumb.

Acupressure points for back pain:

Back pain can be relieved by applying acupressure techniques in the right manner. Acupressure treatment involves applying pressure on the various relevant points located all over the body. By this method it is possible to get relief from back pain and muscle stress.

What are the causes of the back pain?

•    Arthritis

•    Obesity

•    Sleeping posture

•    Spine disc damage

•    Improper sitting posture

•    Injury

•    Pregnancy and menstrual periods

•    Diabetes

•    Age factor

Acupressure points to relieve back pain:

The first set of acupressure points for back pain relief is located near the centre of the spine. Tracing a line with your finger from the belly button around the side of the body to a spot some 2 inches from the centre of the spine. The second point is on the other side of the spine and can be located in similar way. You may require the help of another person to gently massage on these points. The pressure applied should not cause pain or discomfort.

Place your hands on the hips in such a way that the thumb is pointing towards the spine and the index finger is pointing forward. The tips of the thumbs are now directly placed above the kidneys. The points where the tips of the thumbs are placed now form the two acupressure points. These points should be massaged in a gentle circular motion to get relief from back pain.

Acupressure points for constipation

Constipation can be treated with the help of acupressure.

Point 1:

This acupressure point is situated on the right hand. It is located on the spot where the index finger joins the thumb. This point should be pressed for one minute twice a day. One or two glasses of water should be taken before the treatment.

Point 2:

This acupressure point is found on the inner side of the right leg. To locate this point start from the prominent ankle bone and go up for 1.5 to 2 inches.

Point 3:

This spot is located on the right leg. There is a distinct bone joint just below the knee cap. This acupressure point is located just outside this bone.

Point 4:

This point is located around 1.5 inches above the wrist line of the right hand and in the center