Acupressure is a facet of reflexology, which was practiced in ancient civilizations and traditional Eastern medicine. The University of Minnesota notes that the first evidence of reflexology and pressure points was recorded in 2330 BC on an ancient pictograph. Today, reflexology and acupressure is still practiced in clinics and as part of complementary medical practices. You can enjoy the benefits of pressure points by using them as a way to cope with common ailments in your daily life.
Step 1
Apply pressure to the inside of your elbow to reduce allergies, suggests the Stanford University School of Medicine. Bend your elbow to touch your shoulder, and locate the inner portion of the elbow where the crook is. Use your fingers or a pencil eraser to apply pressure to the crease as you open up your arm and straighten it out.
Step 2
Relieve heartburn by applying pressure to the inside of your wrist to help it subside. Turn your right hand over and locate the inner portion of your wrist. Measure two thumb widths from the bottom of the palm, and locate the midpoint between the two tendons found on the inside of your wrist. Apply steady pressure with your thumb or a pencil eraser.
Step 3
Stop excessive and embarrassing yawning by using both hands to stimulate a pressure point that controls the yawning reflex. Clasp your hands together, so that the pointer finger of one hand is resting on the top portion of the wrist on the other hand. Press your thumb down on the inside of the palm and slide your hands apart. Continue to apply pressure to the top of the wrist until the need to yawn subsides.
Step 4
Eliminate stress by employing pressure points to help soothe it away. According to Acupressure.com, pressure points are helpful for stress and anxiety because they help to relax the tense muscles all over the body. You can get rid of anxiety by sitting down and cradling your foot in your arms. Feel along the sole of the foot until you find the pad of the ball of the foot, and press down in the depression directly below the ball.
Step 5
Cure your after-party hangover by performing acupressure on your toes. Locate the side of your second toe that is farthest from your large toe. Press down on the area just below the corner of the nail until your headache and nausea subsides.
Things You'll Need
- Pencil
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