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ACUPRESSURE

THE NATURAL WAY TO RESTORE HEALTH
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Yeh is using acupressure to alleviate the patient's migraine headaches.

How to Apply Acupressure
Acupressure points can be located in small depressions, next to the bone, next to an artery or tendon, or on the trigger point which is the sorest location. Acupressure should not be applied where there are signs of infection, inflammation or open wound. Apply light pressure to start and gradually increase, however, pressure should not cause additional pain or discomfort. Treatments should be done bilaterally. Should the condition persist, consult your physician.

Apply Pressure As Illustrated

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Apply pressure gradually for 10 seconds. Hold pressure firmly for 20 seconds. Gradually release pressure for 10 seconds. Repeat sequence. Pressure can also be applied in a circular motion.

Examples of Acupressure points
 

 

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Point: Hegu (L.I. 4)
Location: Midway between the first and second metacarpal bone.
Function: Alleviate headache or toothache.

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Point: Shemen (heart meridian 7)
Location: At the crease of the wrist, on the side opposite the thumb.
Function: Insomnia and anxiety.
 

 

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Point: Yongquan (K.1)
Location: 1/3 the distance of foot from toes.
Function: Sore feet.

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Point: Quchi(Large intestine 11)
Location: In the depression at the end of the transverse cubital crease.
Function: Improves skin complexion.
 

 

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Point: Renzhon (D.U. 26)
Location: 1/3 distance between the nose and upper lip.
Function: Leg and foot cramps.

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Point: Zusanli (stomach meridian 36)
Location: 3'' below kneecap, one finger breadth from the anterior creast of the tibia.
Function: General tonic purposes, indigestion problems.

 

 
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Leona Yeh, Ph.D., L.Ac., Q.M.E.
23451 Madison Street, Suite #320
Torrance, CA  90505
(310) 373-0741

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