Acupressure

usgb/ˈækjupreʃər/
noun

A method of reducing pain. Someone presses parts of your body with their fingers or hands.

If you feel a headache coming on, try acupressure on the points located on your temples.
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  • acupressure mat
  • acupressure treatment

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Healing Approach

Acupressure is used as a healing technique, not for daily communication.

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She studied acupressure to help alleviate her father's chronic back pain.
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Non-invasive

Unlike acupuncture, acupressure doesn't involve needles; it's hands-on therapy.

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He prefers acupressure because he is afraid of needles.
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Specific Terms

Acupressure refers to specific points on the body, not general touch or massage.

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The therapist applied acupressure on her wrist to relieve nausea.
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