Acupressure, acupuncture without needles



Useful for various ailments, from nausea to depression, aggression derives from that complex and precious system that is Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Many fear the insertion of needles and this technique preserves the effectiveness and quality of the acupuncture treatment. As the name itself evokes, these are pressures on certain points of the body, depending on the objective and the energy meridian to be rebalanced.

Whether there is stagnation, excess or dispersion, the technique acts in a targeted and effective way. In fact, it is a real treatment aimed at promoting self-healing, as the touch unblocks Qi (vital energy) where it is needed, and the whole body will then participate in the recovery of vitality.

In some cases the pressure does not occur with the fingers but through small bands with "buttons" that press on the skin positioned in specific areas.

Trying to briefly summarize the MTC theory, we can remember that 12 are the main energy channels called meridians, which cross our body and originate from the fingertips, connect to the brain and then to the associated organs and viscera.

The link between meridians, organs and visceral pain reported

Results of aggression on nausea and depression

Scientific studies show great results achieved through the use of acupressure especially on disorders affecting both the digestive system and the psyche-soma relationship and have a nature more linked to the sphere of emotion.

Specifically, acupresisone has proved effective with respect to nausea of ​​various kinds and origins. From nausea related to car sickness or pregnancy, up to that following chemotherapy treatments or surgery.

The point to be stimulated in these cases is the point P6 Neiguan, which is located on the forearm at the distance of three transverse fingers starting from the fold of the wrist. Touching it, it acts on the functioning of the stomach, esophagus and other organs of the chest area.

In the case of the bracelet, it will be put in a strategic moment, such as before a ride in the car that could create disturbances, in the case of nausea related to car sickness. Research published in Neurological Science reveals the effectiveness of P6 pressure also against migraine nausea.

The effect of acupressure is also very strong on anxious and depressive states. In fact, insomnia caused by accumulated excessive stress or emotional burdens that weigh down the experience can be successfully treated through acupressure. In detail, by acting on the point H7 Shenmen, which is located on the inside of the wrist, you can improve the rest, especially if you hold it for 30 minutes before going to bed and then all night.

Current research is focusing on the effect of aggression on symptoms such as arthritis and chronic fatigue . Good responses also for problems related to cardiovascular disorders .

The bracelets can be purchased in pharmacies, where you can get explanations about where to apply them depending on the symptoms. In Italy the bracelets are registered at the Ministry of Health as a Class I Medical Device and their effectiveness is demonstrated by the numerous clinical studies conducted at international level. They are found in the pharmacy for the price of € 16.50 in two sizes, adult and child.

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