Acupressure
Acupressure works according to the same principles as classical acupuncture. The difference is that no needles are used.
How does acupressure work?
During the acupressure treatment, the acupuncturist stimulates the acupuncture points with his thumbs, fingers, or palms. It resembles a massage but is still different. A light pressure is applied to the points, usually in small circular movements. How long and how deeply the acupuncture points are stimulated depends on your complaints. It is important that you do not feel any pain. If you do, always indicate it immediately.
When acupressure?
Acupressure can be applied to all complaints for which you would see an acupuncturist. Acupressure is often chosen when needles cannot or should not be used.
Acupressure for children
Because no needles are involved, acupressure can be a suitable treatment method for (young) children. They often find needles a bit scary. Another advantage of acupressure for children is that they usually do not have to lie on the treatment table but can simply sit on the lap while the acupuncturist applies the treatment.
