Acupressure

Acupressure is a massage therapy based on the principles and theory of traditional Chinese Medicine. Deep or light palpation is used to diagnose sites of pain or ‘stuck’ Qi. Various massage techniques can be used to mobilise the Qi within acupuncture channels and points.

Acupressure massage therapy benefits the circulation in general and helps a wide range of issues including back pain, shoulder and neck tension, pelvic girdle pain, migraine and promoting labour.

I commonly use acupressure in combination with needling. Acupressure points in acupressure are the same as in acupuncture, so additional palpation of these points can increase effectiveness of needling whilst also bringing a deeper sense of relaxation. In pregnancy, I often combine reflexology, acupressure and needling for a more individually tailored and gentle treatment.