October 2007 ~ All Acupressure Information

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Epilepsy, Tremor, Shaking

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Epilepsy

Tremor

Shaking

In earlier times this illness was thought to be associated with possession by evil or even divine spirits. Actually, epilepsy is disorganized electrical activity in the brain. This leads to attacks of disturbed sensory or motor functions.

Shiatsu can be used to reduce the frequency and shorten the time of seizures. Diet
is also very important. The brain and the digestive system are related.; if we can clean the intestines, then the brain will be beneficially affected.

Shiatsu

Full body treatment should be completed. Frequently pounding the head with the fist, along with deep abdominal massage is helpful.
PressGV20,GB20, GV26

Moxibustion

Warm each point for 2-5 minutes. SP 6, ST 36, UB 13, UB 15, UB 23, CV 12.

Diet

Within the standard macrobiotic diet, more strengthening foods are taken in order to control epilepsy. In addition to fifty-sixty per cent whole grains like brown rice, eat many vegetables. Also the method of cooking should incorporate a longer cooking time such as baking and a waterless style. (See macrobiotic cook books.) However for those who are very tight and rigid, their cooking should also include lightly cooked vegetables in order to soften the body.

A major cause of seizures is the repeated overconsumption of liquid. Therefore excessive drinking of water, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, beer, wine, and alcoholic drinks should be avoided. Overeating is a common habit of people with epilepsy. Recreational activities other than eating should be encouraged

Acupressure Point for Strain arms tension

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Acupressure is a traditional healing practice that involves the application of finger pressure to specific acupuncture points on the body. This point stimulation promotes circulation, eases muscle tension, and stimulates the body's inherent healing ability, making it ideal for people who have arm tension and aches from prolonged keyboarding, writing, or any other repetitive movement.

Instructions:

With your thumb or middle finger at a 90 degree angle to the skin, apply gradually increasing pressure. Hold for 2-3 minutes. Each point will feel different; it may be achy, sore, or tense.
The pressure should not be painful or uncomfortable - don't try to bore a hole into your arm!
The points do not have to be used together to be effective, so choose the most tense points if you do not have time for the whole routine.

Try these Acupressure Points:

1.
Swamp of the Curve (LI 11)
Bend your arm so your palm faces your chest. The point is at the outer end of the elbow crease.

2.
Third Mile (LI 10)
From LI 11, draw an imaginary line to your thumb. The point is 3 finger widths down this line. Feel the area for the most tender point.

3.
Outer Marsh (LU 5)
Make a fist, bending your elbow slightly. The point is at the elbow crease on the outer side of the tendon.

4.
Bottom of the Valley (LI 4)
The point is at the highest spot of the muscle between the thumb and index finger when they are brought close together. Caution: do not use this point if you are pregnant.

5.
Inner Gate (PC 6) and Outer Pass (TW 5)
TW 5 is on the outer forearm, 3 finger widths up from the wrist crease and midway between the two long arm bones. PC 6 is exactly opposite, on the inner forearm between the two tendons.

6.
Great Mound (PC 7)
At the midpoint of the inner wrist crease, between the two tendons.

7.
Energy Pool (TW 4)
The point is in the hollow at the center of the wrist crease, on the back surface of the hand.

8.
Marsh at the Crook (PC 3)
Make a fist, bending your elbow slightly. The point is at the elbow crease on the inner side of the tendon.

The above demonstration should not be used as a substitute for treatment. It is intended to maintain health and prevent disease only. Any newly arising arm or wrist pain should be examined by a qualified practitioner.

Acupressure Point for Stress

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Acupressure is similar to acupuncture in that it is derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Where it diverges from acupuncture is that it does not use needles but pressure to heal or relieve pain. The pressure can be applied with the tip of the finger or knuckle. The method involves applying a deep massaging type of pressure around various pressure points. This article will outline the theory behind acupressure and how it is used to relieve stress.

Chinese philosophy has talked about a life force that runs through the body for thousands of years and it is taken as one of the fundamental principles of traditional Chinese medicine. The life force is called chi. We are born with chi energy that is inherited from our parents. We can also create chi energy by eating and drinking.

The energy runs throughout our bodies from points in the body called meridians. The energy flows from one meridian to another to form a pathway of energy that is constantly flowing. This flow of energy gives a person their vitality. A free flowing chi indicates that the body is healthy.
The meridians are the areas where acupuncture and acupressure can be used to heal. If a person becomes stressed, is suffering from anxiety or some kind of everyday illness it is said that the chi is out of balance. This is described as bad energy, bad food or stress causing a blockage in the free flowing chi energy. By performing acupressure on specific meridians, the energy can be unblocked and the chi can flow freely again hence restoring health.

Chinese medicine has learned through trial and error over thousands of years which illnesses are related to certain meridians in the body. If you were to see a traditional Chinese medical practitioner they would ask about your problems and then work on the specific pressure point.
This can also be learned by the individual. There are many books that teach people about chi and where the meridians are for certain illnesses, organs in the body or parts of the body.
Acupressure and acupuncture are now widely recognized in western societies as effective therapies for a variety of complaints including stress related problems but scientific research still disputes the underlying theory of chi.

Numbness, Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Paraplegia

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Numbness

Paralysis
Hemiplegia
Paraplegia

Paralysis is the loss of muscular function in a part of the body, caused by damage to the muscles themselves or to a part of the nervous system. There are many diseases that cause these symptoms, including muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, diabetes, polio-myletis, and multiple sclerosis. The most common cause is stroke, which is caused by a hemorrhage (bleeding) or blood clot in the brain.

Hemiplegia is paralysis of one side of the body resulting from damage to or disease of the part of the brain that controls the motor nervous system. The left side of the brain controls the right side of the body, and the right side of the brain controls the left side of the body. Stroke is the most common cause of this disease. After a stroke, the limbs are, at first, limp, but they soon become stiff and may suffer cramps.

Paraplegia is paralysis of the lower limbs, often accompanied by problems controlling the rectum and the bladder.

Treatment should be directed toward increasing circulation and muscle strength. Shiatsu and exercise can be helpful.

Shiatsu

Full body shiatsu with special emphasis on the affected area is necessary. Additionally, attention should be paid to the neck, spine, and kidney areas.
With the receiver lying face down, press, near the spine, the area from the shoulders down to the end of the shoulder blade. Hold each point for 3-5 seconds. Repeat many times.
Do the same type of treatment in the area near the kidneys.

Diet

Due to the causes of stroke, either hemorrhage or blood clots, the foods which help to promote these conditions must be eliminated. These include saturated fats like those contained in meat, eggs, and dairy products, as well as sugar and other expansive (yin) foods. The standard macrobiotic diet will gradually dissolve the deposits of fat and cholesterol. Mineral rich foods like seaweeds and hard, green leafy vegetables will restore the blood vessels to their normal strength and flexibility. Oil use should also be limited, with occasional use of sesame, toasted sesame, or corn oil preferred.

Jet Lag and Acupressure Point

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Jet lag

With the convenience of air travel, more and more people are taking advantage of flying greater distances. These long flights have a very real effect on the body. During a long flight, such as across the U.S. from one coast to the other, or a flight to Europe, the physiological functions of the body are thrown out of kilter. The body becomes imbalanced.

The body has a certain rhythm in which it operates during a twenty four hour period. This is called the "arcadian" rhythm. During this cycle the body experiences slight changes of temperature, minor changes of sodium and potassium in blood levels, and changes in hormone secretions. Because of rapid time zone changes these normal functions are disrupted. How long it takes to return to normal function after a long flight depends on the individual. Some common symptoms of jet lag include: dry mouth, racing pulse, disorientation, insomnia, and often a loss of appetite.

Flights from the west to the east are more taxing. Evidence reveals that the traveler's ability to perform tasks is lower after long distance travel. It is best not to make important decisions soon after arrival.

To minimize the effects of jet lag while on the airplane, avoid alcoholic drinks, as these, along with a pressurized cabin, dehydrate you; sleep or rest as much as possible. Also try to sleep at the end of the journey rather that doing a lot of work immediately.

Shiatsu

Full body shiatsu relieves the stress of travel better then anything else. Especially press the acupoints on the neck, shoulders, and head, GB 20 and GV 20, Yintang and Taiyang.

Diet

Eat simply and be rested before the flight. Order non-dairy vegetarian meals when you make reservations for your trip. And for your stomach's sake, bring brown rice balls or sushi on the airplane with you. Brown rice is satisfying and allows you to remain feeling light rather then stuffed. With some airlines it is best to avoid the meals altogether.

After arrival at your destination, the rule of eating simply should be adhered to for at least one day.

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Arthritis pain, shoulder pain, bursitis, tennis elbow, pain and tightness between the shoulder blades, swelling

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Arthritis pain

Shoulder pain

Bursitis

Tennis elbow

Pain and tightness between the shoulder blades

Swelling (edema)

Injury to a joint, such as the elbow or shoulder, or arthritic inflammation can be quite painful. A combination of diet and shiatsu effectively deals with these common problems.

If an injury has occurred, shiatsu can inhibit swelling. It can also reduce the pain.

In the case of arthritis, the macrobiotic diet is the key in alleviating the symptoms. Extremes of food aggravate arthritic symptoms. Beef, eggs and other animal foods, fruits, fruit juice (especially tropical varieties), spices, stimulant and aromatic herbs, soft drinks, sugar, honey, chocolate, vinegar, and especially the entire nightshade family (tomato, potato, eggplant, bell pepper, and tobacco) have been linked with increased arthritic pain. In addition, oil and fat contribute to arthritis. Its symptoms are also aggravated by excessive intake of liquid and icy drinks such as soda and beer. Because of its dairy base, high sugar content, and frozen nature, ice cream is also a major exacerbating factor.

Shiatsu is also helpful in the case of arthritis., However, the diet must be followed to have lasting relief.

Diet

The standard macrobiotic diet is recommended for any joint injury and especially in the case of arthritis. Whole grains, such as millet, barley, brown rice, oats, whole wheat, rye, corn, and buckwheat should make up the majority of the diet. All vegetables should be cooked. With vegetable selection, take care to avoid tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, asparagus, spinach, chard, avocados, beets, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cooked dried daikon with miso is beneficial and can be taken regularly. As a table seasoning, scallions cooked with miso and a few drops of sesame-oil can be used. The remainder of the diet should consist of beans, seaweed, soup, and a small volume offish and cooked fruit occasionally (perhaps once or twice per week). All food should be chewed thoroughly.

Ginger compress

In the case of arthritis, the intestines are usually hard and stagnant. A ginger compress on the abdominal area is helpful to soften the congestion there. You can also rub up and down the spine with a hot ginger towel.

Compresses can be placed directly on the affected arthritic parts such as hands and feet. Daily compresses will accelerate blood and body fluid circulation and soften up the hardened parts. Or perhaps, if a large area is affected, you can soak either the hands or feet in a ginger bath.

Shiatsu

Shiatsu can be given to whichever area of the body has the pain. You can follow the instructions for giving a full body treatment or, if time is limited, you can use your common sense and massage the individual part. Massage must be gentle enough so as not to cause unnecessary suffering. For example, if someone has arthritis of the hand, use shiatsu on the hand according to the instructions in the treatment part of this book. Remember that the aim of treatment is to alleviate the person's suffering and increase circulation. The pressure should be firm yet yielding. That is, if the pressure is too much for the receiver, then go lighter but repeat the movement more often.

In the case of shoulder or neck trouble, be sure to include rotation and movement of the affected part. This will shorten the recovery time.

For the swelling that frequently occurs after mastectomy, light shiatsu on the upper shoulder and the lower arm of the affected side will encourage reabsorption of fluid. In addition, a buckwheat plaster can be used to pull out excess water (edema). (See appendix.)

Common Cold and Shiatsu Treatment

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Common cold and Shiatsu Treatment

One of the most frequent illnesses is the common cold. Contrary to popular belief, cold weather does not actually appear to cause them. Studies with volunteers in the Arctic and those exposed to cold weather have not shown any increase in the number of colds. They tend to come in waves; in the U.S., the first outbreak is usually in the autumn a few weeks after schools have opened. The second wave occurs in midwinter and the third wave is in the spring.

Research has revealed that any one of over a hundred different viruses are present when someone has a cold. The illness itself is a viral infection of the upper respiratory passages.

The frequency of colds is staggering. Pre-school children have an average of six to twelve per year. Parents with small children get about six per year; other adults usually get only two to three. Half of all Americans will get a cold during the winter season.

Symptoms of colds vary with the individual. Usually there is the feeling of being ill along with sneezing and headache. This is followed by feeling chilled, a sore throat, and heavy nasal discharge. A thin, clear nasal discharge turns into a thick, yellow-green one with time. The cold can last from one to two weeks.

Because colds are so short-term and the immune system deals with them naturally, they are considered a non-medical problem. Home self-treatment is effective in lessening symptoms, as well as strengthening the body's defenses to minimize or prevent colds in the future. Having excessive mucus in the lungs and breathing passages encourages the spread of the viruses that are present with colds. Dairy foods, beef and other fatty foods, sugar, and fruit juices create excessive mucus in the body. This serves as a breeding ground for the viruses to multiply and spread. It is the fight between your body's defenses and the virus that creates the fever and other symptoms that we associate with a cold. The goal of treatment is not only to eliminate symptoms, but to strengthen the defenses so as to avoid future colds.

Shiatsu

The full body treatment serves as a preventive measure for a colds. Once one is present emphasize treatment on the back and the neck/head area.

Have the receiver He face down. Standing astride the person, beginning at the level of the shoulder near the spine, lean your body weight into each point holding for three to five seconds. Move your thumbs down the spine toward the waist about two inches at a time, Do shiatsu on the entire area from the shoulder down to the waist. This is the urinary bladder channel. Within this area are found the referral points to all the internal organs. The area between the shoulder blades may be sore, as this is the lung area. Work this area well to relieve congestion in the breathing passages and the lungs.

After completing the back, have the receiver sit in a chair or sit up on the floor. The giver places one hand on the forehead and the other at the back of the neck, and, with the thumb, press the lines on the sides of the neck. Directly under the skull are two places (GB 20)—one on each side of the neck—that are very good for relieving the cold's symptoms. In the Orient one does not catch a cold,
one "catches wind." It is said that the wind resides in GB 20, "the
wind pond." Stimulation of this point can disperse the wind or cold
from the body.

On the front of the face, press points around the eyes, nose, and
forehead. Hold each point with the thumb for several seconds making spiral motions. To clear the sinus, acu-point LI 21), "welcome fragrance," is good. Finally, manipulating the entire hand is good to increase circulation to the lungs and upper body. Especially press acupoint LI 4 for headaches.

Diet

The overconsumption of foods like cold drinks, fruit, ice cream, sugar, and fatty foods like beef, cheese etc., contribute to the symptoms of a cold. The standard macrobiotic diet will help to prevent frequent colds.

Warm foods are especially good when a cold is present. A daily cup or two of fresh miso soup (see appendix) with a small portion of seaweed helps to strengthen the blood and tastes delicious. If the appetite is not so strong, then eat only soup. However if you have an appetite, then include whole grains and cooked beans and vegetables.

Moxibustion

Moxa on leg point ST 36 stimulates the immune system. Warm each leg for ten minutes using the bird-pecking style.

Foot Bath

Soaking the feet in a hot ginger foot bath before bed increases circulation and warms the entire body. It encourages restful sleep during which your body can heal itself.

Circulation problem, Cold hands and feet, Hot and sweaty hands and feet, Aftereffects of stroke

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Circulation problems
Cold hands and feet
Hot and sweaty hands and feet
Aftereffects of stroke

Full body shiatsu can be used for all these conditions. Additionally a brisk body rub with a wet towel (either hot or cold whichever temperature that you prefer), loofa sponge or natural fiber brush will enhance circulation. It also provide an avenue for toxic material within the blood and lymph fluid to leave the body.

Cold hands and feet—use ginger hand and foot baths, alternating first hot and then
cold. Sweaty hands and feet—avoid sugar, dairy, fruit juices.

Stroke and all circulation problems—avoid dairy and all fatty foods. Include shiitake mushrooms, daikon radish, or turnip. Exercise whenever possible as your condition permits. Use ginger foot bath.

Acupressure and Fatigue

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Fatigue

Full body shiatsu is most effective in treating fatigue. If you are short on time, you can press the bottom of the foot in the middle at acupoint KD 1. Press with a spiral movement for up to one minute.Press both feet.

After a warm shower follow with a short cold shower. This will increase vitality as it produces an alkaline condition in the blood. Deep breathing dispels Co2 thereby leaving the body alkaline.

Moxibustion

Apply moxa to acupoints ST 36, SP 6, and CV 6. Heat each point for three to five minutes, everyday or every other day until normal energy returns. Tests have shown that stimulation of these points will increase both red and white blood cell count. The red blood ceils reach their peak three days after ST 3ft the first treatment.

Special Drinks

Twig tea with tamari. Place 1/2-1 teaspoon of tamari or good quality soy sauce into a hot cup of twig tea. This beverage creates an alkaline condition in the blood and alleviates fatigue.

Kuzu Drink. Dissolve a heaping teaspoon of kuzu powder into one cup of cold water. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and stir until the liquid becomes thick and transparent. Add 1/2-1 teaspoon tamari or soy sauce and drink while hot.

When digestive trouble accompanies fatigue you can add 1/2- 1 umeboshi (salted plum)

Rib Pain, Gall Stone Pain, Hepatitis, Jaundice and Acupressure

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Liver and Gall Bladder

Rib pain (intercostal neuralgia)
Gall stone pain
Hepatitis
Jaundice

The liver and gall bladder system play an important role in maintaining health. The liver is the largest gland in the body, situated in the uppermost part of the abdominal cavity on the right side beneath the diaphragm. It is largely protected by the ribs. The liver develops in the embryo as an outgrowth of the intestine and always retains a close link with the digestive system. We can think of the

liver as the largest chemical factory in the body in that it carries out most of the intermediate metabolism. That is, it changes the nutrients absorbed from the small intestine and makes them suitable for use by the body tissues. The liver also modifies waste products and toxic substances to make them suitable for excretion in the bile or the urine. Enzymes in the liver stimulate the production of glycogen (a complex sugar), which is derived from carbohydrate foods such as whole grains and vegetables. This substance is stored temporarily by the liver cells and converted back into glucose (a simple sugar) by enzyme action when needed by the body tissue. Along with this liver function, insulin, a secretion by the pancreas, controls the blood sugar level at the normal level of 80-100 mg/lOOcc of blood. Some of the materials in bile ( a digester of fats) are made in the liver.

When the liver receives the building blocks of protein (amino acids) it separates the nitrogen from the amino acid part. This nitrogen in the form of ammonia is converted into urea (a waste product). Urea is removed from the body by the kidneys and excreted in the urine.

The liver makes substances essential for blood clotting. It also stores and distributes glycogen, fat, vitamins, and iron. The liver also maintains body temperature and protects the body as a whole. As a detoxifier, it removes drugs, alcohol, waste products formed from protein metabolism, and other harmful substances from the blood stream.

The gall bladder is a pear-shaped muscular bag situated on the undersurface of the liver. It is about 3-4 inches in length and holds about two fluid ounces of bile. The gall bladder acts as a storage place for bile. It also serves to concentrate the bile that is stored in it.

Within half an hour of taking food, bile flows into the lower

part of the duodenum which connects with the stomach. The flow is not continuous but occurs only when foods enter this lower part. Bile is an alkaline fluid made by the liver cells. Pigments in the bile color the stool. Bile salts digest fats and aid in their absorption.

The liver and gall bladder are subject to various troubles. The liver may be ruptured by injury which can cause serious bleeding. Toxic degeneration and cirrhosis (hardening, sometimes associated with alcohol consumption) affect the liver. Its function is impaired when congestive heart disease, as well as cancer, produces symptoms of jaundice, vomiting, and fluid retention in the abdomen (ascites).

The gall bladder can become infected or can be blocked by the presence of gall stones. Stones in the gall bladder and the cystic duct do not cause jaundice. But when they block the common bile duct, jaundice can occur. If a stone passes down the bile duct it may cause severe pain called biliary colic. Stone production has been linked to excessive cholesterol and calcium in the body.

Diet

Liver trouble is often the result of overeating. Therefore, in treating the liver and gall bladder, it is best to perhaps fast or eat small amounts for a period of time. Also chewing well is important. The food should be liquid by the time it is to be swallowed. When severe pain is present the diet should be restricted to brown rice soup with cooked green leafy vegetables. Salty foods and animal products should be avoided. After several days the diet can be widened to include regular macrobiotic foods, but fish and other animal foods should be avoided until symptoms have subsided.

In the case of jaundice the individual should avoid all dairy foods, eggs, sugar, and oily or greasy foods, and should eat the standard macrobiotic diet. Daikon radish can be eaten daily as it helps

to dissolve mucus or fat accumulations in the blood stream and body. The sour flavour enhances the liver's function, therefore foods such as sauerkraut, salted plums (umeboshi), plum extract tea, and mugwort tea can be used beneficially. Traditional Oriental medicine has used the extract of clam for treatment of jaundice. This extract is known as "cobicula" and is available in natural food stores.

In the case of gall stones, foods which contribute to mucus or fat formation should be discontinued. Beef and cheese are examples of high fat and cholesterol foods. By-products from protein and fat digestion join with calcium to form calcium carbonate and calcium phosphate, these are the major ingredients of gall stones. These hard stones are either formed or lodged in the gall bladder, creating gall bladder pain and inflammation. Fall and winter sweet squashes such as acorn, buttercup, blue hubbard, butternut, and banana can be eaten regularly to help prevent stones from being formed. The passing of a stone can be extremely painful. When the stone begins to move, you can place hot ginger compresses on the painful area and drink several cups of hot twig tea. This will relax the muscles, expand the duct, and allow the stone to pass through more freely. For this condition shiitake mushroom tea can be used as an alternative to twig tea.

Ginger Compress

In all conditions involving the liver and gall bladder, ginger compress can be used. In the case of a painful and swollen liver, the ginger compress can be followed by a taro potato plaster. If there is water trapped in the abdomen, then the ginger compress can be followed by a buckwheat plaster which can remove this retained fluid.

Shiatsu

In Oriental medicine the liver function is to maintain the unrestricted flow of vital energy. When the liver fails in this function we observe depression, irritability, or fits of anger. It is because the liver energy is stagnant and unable to move freely that symptoms arise. Shiatsu is effective in reestablishing the free circulation of vital energy, thereby strengthening the liver.
When possible complete a full shiatsu session. If you can only apply shiatsu to specific areas, choose the following:

Have the receiver lie face down. Near the spine begin at Ty and continue until L^. Do thumb shiatsu pressing down leaning your body weight into the back while the receiver is exhaling. Repeat the two bladder lines which travel down the back. The first line is located 11/2 inches from the vertebrae and the second line is 3 inches away from the spine. You will find several very tender spots at the level of Tg.TjQ on the back. These are liver acupoints.

Massage the bottoms of the feet and each toe.

Have the receiver lie on the back. The area under the right rib cage is where the liver and gall bladder are located. This area will

be tender. The right shoulder and top of the right eye may be tender in the case of gall stones. Press around the liver with the tips of your right hand to evaluate the degree of pain present. If the receiver can tolerate pressure, press with the thumb along the edge of the rib. If the pain is too intense for shiatsu, you can apply palm healing here.

Prostate and Acupressure

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Swollen and tight prostate

Prostate pain

Difficulty in passing urine

The prostate gland in the male is about the size of a large walnut. It lies below the bladder, surrounding the urethra, and is made up of glands, tubes, and muscle. The prostate secretes a fluid which mingles with the secretion of the testes. When the prostate becomes enlarged, it obstructs the urethra and causes retention of urine.

Diet

A diet high in fat, protein, sugar, and coffee will enlarge the prostate. This is a very common occurrence in men past the age of 45. Acupressure treatment is aimed at reducing the size of the prostate and increasing overall body strength.

It is best to avoid the fatty animal foods such as beef, poultry, cheese, milk, and eggs. Not only animal food, but also sugar, honey, chocolate, and all sugary foods should be discontinued. All stimulants including mustard, pepper, curry, mint, peppermint, spices, alcohol, and coffee should be avoided. All vegetables and fruits that cause a swelling effect should be avoided. These include potato, tomato, eggplant, and tropical fruits.

The standard macrobiotic diet should be followed. Dried shiitake mushrooms cooked with carrots or daikon can be eaten frequently. One or two tablespoons of grated fresh raw daikon or carrot also can be used several times per week as a condiment at meals.

Shiatsu

Have the receiver lie face down. Press the acupoints near the spine on the lower hip region. Repeat this several times. Massage the bottoms of the feet with the thumbs vigorously. Massage up the inside of the legs.

Moxibustion

Heat applied to acupoints CV 3, CV 6, SP 6, KD 3 will bring rapid relief for difficulty in passing urine. Prostate pain is alleviated after 1-5 weeks of consistently eating the macrobiotic diet. It definitely is worth the effort of making the necessary changes in eating.

Frigidity and Acupressure

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Frigidity
Impotence

Healthy and enjoyable sexual relations enhance a couple's relationship. Unfortunately, the number of problems connected with the woman's menstrual cycle and the man's prostate and urinary functions interferes greatly with this pleasurable aspect of life, much to the detriment of many relationships.A full shiatsu treatment is the best method for increasing circulation and balancing the body. The stress of modern living or unknown psychological causes contribute to sexual problems. Accidents and the use of drugs and alcohol can contribute as well. Shiatsu is effective in dealing with these problems

Acupressure schools and Training

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These are some of the institues which gives training for acupressure

Utah College of Massage Therapy - Salt Lake City - 2 A campuses in Utah
The Utah College of Massage Therapy is proud to offer you state-of-the-art training in massage and bodywork therapies

Ashmead College - Vancouver
Ashmead provides an interactive learning environment with a foundation in both practical and theoretical skills

East-West Healing Arts Institute - Madison
With 766 hours offered in both Eastern and Western modalities, and a whole-person approach, we are the national leader in fully integrated therapeutic massage

Ashmead College - Fife
Ashmead provides an interactive learning environment with a foundation in both practical and theoretical skills

Ashmead College - Seattle
Ashmead provides an interactive learning environment with a foundation in both practical and theoretical skills

Utah College of Massage Therapy - Lindon - Lindon
The Utah College of Massage Therapy is proud to offer you state-of-the-art training in massage and bodywork therapies

Utah College of Massage Therapy - Salt Lake City - Salt Lake City
The Utah College of Massage Therapy is proud to offer you state-of-the-art training in massage and bodywork therapies

American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - Houston
The American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine offers a comprehensive education in acupuncture, herbology, and Western sciences

Lauterstein-Conway Massage School - Austin
LCMS provides 300, 550 and 750 hours of coursework in Swedish Massage, Anatomy, Physiology, Hydrotherapy, Deep Massage, Sports Massage, Shiatsu, Structural Bodywork, Zero Balancing, Psychology of Bodywork and the business, anatomical, and self-care skills you need to be fulfilled and successful

ATI Career Training Center - NRH - North Richland Hills
Known centuries ago as a cure for a multitude of ailments, the importance of massage therapy to overall health and well-being is now widely documented and acknowledged. With this, the demand for qualified massage therapists has greatly increased

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Groton - Training in Groton, CT
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Ashmead College - Portland Area
Ashmead provides an interactive learning environment with a foundation in both practical and theoretical skills

Ashmead College - Tigard (Portland)
Ashmead provides an interactive learning environment with a foundation in both practical and theoretical skills.

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Westport - Training in Westport, CT
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Everest Institute - South Plainfield - South Plainfield
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Gahanna - Gahanna
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Sun Institute - Oradell/Bergen County
Sun Institute, formerly Dahn Healing Institute, is a place of healing yourself and others. You will learn everything from Swedish Massage to Energy Healing and Acupressure

Everest Institute - Eagan - Eagan
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Utah College of Massage Therapy - Salt Lake City - 2 campuses in Utah
The Utah College of Massage Therapy is proud to offer you state-of-the-art training in massage and bodywork therapies

Acupressure Therapy Institute - Quincy
Our program in Asian Bodywork Therapy is the beginning of a journey in learning and self-discovery. We invite you to explore our listing & seek answers to questions you may have about Acupressure Therapy, our school, our faculty, our program or continuing education workshops

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Newington - Training in Newington, CT
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Everest Institute - Brighton - Brighton
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest Institute - Chelsea - Chelsea
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Maui School of Therapeutic Massage - Makawao
Come to Maui for a world-class education in massage therapy that will change your life. MSTM's affordable, 650-hour professional training prepares you for a rewarding career as a Licensed Massage Therapist in most states and countries. Click to find out

Kaplan College - Merrillville - Merrillville
Massage therapy offers the opportunity for an independent, flexible career.

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Groton - Groton
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Westport - Westport
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy - Newington - Newington
Exclusively focused on massage therapy education since 1980 and offers a large source of jobs for licensed massage therapists in Connecticut

Centre for Complementary Health Education - Mount Royal College - Calgary
The Centre for Complementary Health Education (CCHE) at Mount Royal College in Calgary is a centre of excellence

Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy - Vernon
The Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy is located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. The school offers a massage therapy program with a variety of options designed to meet your career needs

AROMATICA Centre for Natural Therapies & Holistic Study - Vancouver
Whether you wish to go into practice for yourself, or seek employment in a spa or clinical setting, locally or afar, AROMATICA ensures you have the tools to succeed and to make a positive contribution to the burgeoning alternative health care field.

Ahern Massage Therapy School - Mariposa - Yosemite/Mariposa
The most important thing that I teach is compassion, and you will learn to work from your heart. Anyone who has a body, and anyone who plans on touching someone who has a body, should learn massage therapy. Why? Because we all have the right to good health

Everest College - Torrance - Torrance
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - San Jose - San Jose
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

United Education Institute - San Diego
We are dedicated to providing quality education and training for individuals in pursuit of promoting inner peace and harmony

Everest College - San Francisco - San Francisco
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Reseda - Reseda
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - San Bernardino - San Bernardino
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Ontario - Ontario
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Hayward - Hayward
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - West Los Angeles - Los Angeles
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - City of Industry - City of Industry
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Gardena - Gardena
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Alhambra - Alhambra
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Everest College - Anaheim - Anaheim
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum

Cortiva Institute - Desert Institute of the Healing Arts - A campus in Tucson, AZ
The Desert Institute of the Healing Arts is dedicated to providing quality instruction in massage therapy and shiatsu

Ahern Massage Therapy School - Ahwahnee
The most important thing that I teach is compassion, and you will learn to work from your heart. Anyone who has a body, and anyone who plans on touching someone who has a body, should learn massage therapy. Why? Because we all have the right to good health

Baby Bottle Toxic or Not?

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Your baby's bottles may not be as safe as they seem. According to a new report from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, certain types of plastic bottles contain a potentially dangerous chemical called bisphenol A (BPA), which has been linked to a number of health conditions in animals, including early onset of puberty, increased diabetes risk, hyperactivity, and certain cancers. Freaked out a little? So were we. Because it can be downright scary and confusing to digest these health risks (especially amid conflicting statements from the plastics industry), we tapped expert researchers to understand the real deal. Here, answers to your major concerns:

Q. Why the sudden bad rap for bottles?

A. Here's what we know for sure: BPA is a hormone-disrupting chemical found in hard, clear plastic baby bottles; over time, it can seep into the containers and into your baby's milk. Here's what we don't know: "We haven't yet found definitive long-term health consequences in people," says Rebecca Roberts, PhD, an associate professor of biology at Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, who studies BPA. Yet there are enough tangible risks -- especially for young babies and children, because they're still developing -- to be concerned. "I'm a mom too, and I believe it's important to balance your lifestyle with what the science says," Roberts says. "I can't say that my kid lives a completely BPA-free life, but I can minimize her contact."

Q. How can I tell if the bottles we use contain BPA?

A. Flip them over, says Roberts. Often, polycarbonate plastics -- the ones that contain BPA -- are marked by the recycling symbols #7 or PC. But the absence of these marks is not a guarantee of safety -- if the bottle is hard and clear, check with the manufacturer to be sure.

Q. What can I do to reduce my baby's exposure?

A. Consider BPA-free alternatives, like glass or softer, cloudy-looking plastic bottles (check out our finds below). "And if you are using bottles made with BPA, try not to microwave them or put them in the dishwasher," says Roberts, since heat can break down the plastic and trigger the chemicals to leach more readily. Also, toss bottles when they start to look scratched -- another sign of plastic degrading. According to one recent report, BPA may leach after as few as 50 to100 washings.

Q. Are there any other sources of BPA that could affect my baby?

A. There is some evidence that BPA is found in the lining of metal cans, including ready-to-feed formula. "To lessen the risk, it's best to opt for powdered formula, which is usually not sold in metal cans," says Sonya Lunder, MPH, an analyst at the Environmental Working Group. In a paper separate from the NIEHS study, the Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit found detected some BPA in liquid formula packaged in steel cans from companies including Enfamil and Similac. (Even though powdered formula containers may look like they're metal, most are actually made from a very stiff paperboard material). But if you're not sure whether your container is safe, then hold a magnet up to it, says Lunder. "If it sticks, then the can is metal and you should try to avoid it."

Q. I'm pregnant. Should I be worried?

A. BPA isn't just a baby bottles issue, says Phillip Landrigan, MD, a Parents advisory board member and a professor of pediatrics and community and preventive medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. "The chemical can cross the placenta, so if you're exposed during pregnancy, there's a chance it can impact your developing fetus." The best ways to protect your health while you're expecting: Avoid heating and dishwashing food containers made from polycarbonate (flip the storage container and look for the recycling symbols #1, #2, or #5 instead -- all safer forms of plastic) and Nalgene water bottles. "Luckily, BPA is not everywhere," says Roberts. "And there are plastic alternatives that are totally fine for moms and babies to use."

Acupressure and Pain during Childbirth

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Pain during childbirth

For pom during childbirth, massage the area near the ankle on the inside of the leg (SP 6). and the area around the back of the hips (same as preceding treatment). The acu-points of the hands (LI 4) are helpful.

Breech position of child before delivery

reach position of the fetus can be reversed in a good number of cases. In China, studies have shown that by using moxibus-tion (see moxibustion section) on one acu-point, the fetus can move to the correct delivery position. This occurs in 90% of woman treated. Moxibustion is applied to UB 67 (Zhiyin) on both feet. The heating is controlled so as not to produce burning pain. It is applied once a day for 15 minutes. Most can be corrected within one to four treatments. Some take up to 10 treatments. It is assumed that stimulation of UB 67 increases secretion of the adrenal cortex which enhances uterine activity. At the time of treatment, the movement of the fetus increases. This favor the automatic correction of the fetal position.

Help for making sure baby gets better.

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Help for making sure baby gets better.

When you're giving medication to your baby, make sure to follow all of your doctor's directions as well as these additional safety tips:

Take the whole course of an antibiotic as prescribed, even if your child seems cured after a few days.
Don't reuse a prescription left over from a previous illness, even if you suspect it's another bout of the same sickness.
Measure medicine carefully -- even the difference of a mere milliliter can overdose a baby -- and use an appropriate dosing device rather than a kitchen spoon.
Don't call medicine "candy."
Don't forcibly squirt medicine down the back of your child's throat. A portion can get into the lungs, causing her to gag.
Call your doctor if the medicine doesn't seem to be working, your child's condition worsens, or you notice unexpected side effects.

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