Acupressure is an ancient Chinese method of addressing problems related to imbalances in the flow of qi, or life force. Utilizing points along particular energy channels in the body, this method has positive results in a wide variety of disorders. The effectiveness of these treatments is enhanced by qi cultivation exercise, or Qigong. 

 

Although not a substitute for the services of a qualified physician, the range of ailments that will respond well to Acupressure is impressive.

 

The following is a list taken from the table of contents of a classic in the field, Tsubo, by Katsusuke Serizawa.

 

1. Sicknesses That Are Not Strictly Sicknesses
Impotence, Cramps, Hiccoughs, Headaches, Cricks Caused by Poor Sleeping Position, Sore Throat, Hot Flashes, Motion Sickness, Hangover, Insomnia, Dizziness and Ringing in the Ears

 

2. Illnesses of the Respiratory and Circulatory Sysytems
High Blood Pressure, Low Blood Pressure, Heart Palpitations (Nervosum), Chronic Bronchitis (Coughing, Expectoration of Phlegm and Difficulty Breathing), Asthma (Infantile Asthma), Colds

 

3. Illnesses of the Alimentary System
Weak Stomach (Heaviness on the Stomach or Heartburn), Chronic Gastritis, Stomach Cramps, Chronic Diarrhea, Loss of Appetite, Nausea, Constipation, Distended Stomach, Liver Ailments, Indigestion

 

4. Sicknesses of the Metabolic System
Diabetes, Chronic Thyropathy, Beriberi

 

5. Illnesses of the Brain and Nervous System
Neuralgia in the Arms, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Facial Cramps, Facial Paralysis, Occipital Neuralgia, Epilepsy, Semiparalysis, Irritability, Obsessive Fears, Stammering

 

6. Sicknesses of the Muscles and Joints
Rheumatism, Numbness in the Arms, Numbness in the Fingers, Mild Pain in the Lower Back, Sever Backache, Stiff Shoulders, Pains in the Knee, Intercostal Neuralgia, Whiplash Syndrome, Sciatica, Deformations of the Lumbar Vertabrae, Wryneck, Bent Back

 

7. Illnesses of the Urinary Tract and Anus
Hemorrhoids, Enlargement of the Prostate Gland

 

8. Illnesses of the Eyes, Ears and Nose
Tired Eyes, Stuffy Nose, Nosebleed, Difficulty in Hearing, Earache

 

9. Illnesses of the Teeth and Mouth
Oral Inflamation, Toothaches, Pyorrhea, Eruptions in the Mouth

 

10. Skin Diseases
Eczema, Urticaria (Hives) Chilblains, Falling Hair

 

11. Juvenille Sicknesses
Irritability, Bedwetting, Poliomyelitis, Cerebral Palsy, Night Crying

 

12. Female Complaints
Menstrual Pains, Menstrual Irregularity, Insufficient Lactation, Barrenness, Chilling

 

13. Recovery from Fatigue and Promotion of General Health
Aching Back and Shoulders, Pain and Stiffnesss in the Neck, Shoulders and Arms, Sluggishness in Legs and Hips, Increasing Potency, Dispelling Sleepiness, Preventing Aging, Retarding Muscular Atrophy, Restoring Vitality, Increasing Powers of Concentration

 

14. Cosmetic Treatment
Eliminating Facial Wrinkles, Treating Pimples, Discolorations and Freckles, Adding Luster to the Hair, Developing the Breasts, Beautifying the Skin, Reducing

 

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