Elbow AilmentsLet us talk about tennis first. Although in the tennis the back, arms, legs and ankles can all be injured, the elbow is the most likely target for the trouble. Tennis elbow can develop in anyone playing the game because of the severe strain put on the elbow in serving and placing the ball. It must be kept in mind that the tennis racket is an extension of the forearm, and the combination acts as a lever arm for which the elbow is the fulcrum. If a ball traveling rapidly toward the player is struck with the racket, the entire force is transmitted to the elbow. That is bad enough, but is missed by the rapidly traveling racket.Whenever...

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Back AilmentsThe shoulder, which is important in many sports, is closely involved with the neck and will be discussed prior to neck problems. Although golf can involve other injuries, the back is a prominent target. The golf swing is a complicated movement involving multiple muscles and parts. Back points are pressured on both sides at once (bilaterally). The most important point, back point one , is illustrated in Fig. 8 Trigger points are points that are tender but are not acupuncture sites. A set of trigger points for low back pain are located as described in fig. 9. Identified as back point 2, these points are the most difficult for a person...

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Low Back PainBack point 3 (fig. 10) Even in this relatively permissive time it is awkward to press or massage in public. It also may not be overly effective for everyone but is an important point for low back pain. Fig. 10Back point 3 (Governing Vessel 1 and 2)Located beneath the tip of the tail bone.Low Back PainAcupressure is the effective method of curing the back p...

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SciaticaBack point 4(Fig. 11)Which technically is about three quarters of an inch in back of the hip joint obviously lies deep under the skin, and to stimulate it requires a fair degree of pressure and massage. The particular point is especially beneficial for sciatica, but is also very useful bilaterally for low back pain.Fig. 11 (Back point 4) (Gall Bladder 30)Located by standing slightly on tip toes and nothing the depression formed at the side of the buttocks. The point is located in the centre of the depression or ring.Another deep point is back point 5 (Fig. 12) which can be used bilaterally. Again, unless the site is unusually tender (a...

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Sciatica, Muscle Spasms and Tired legsKnee point 4, (Fig. 13), leg point 2, (Fig 14) and ankle-foot point 5 (Fig. 15) are also effective points in low back pain, even though they are extremity points. They should be used bilaterally (on both sides). It is still a mystery why points remote from the injury are useful in acupuncture , and many yet unproven theories abound to try to explain it. However, we do not always need to understand a benefit in order to take advantage of it. Fig. 13Knee point 4 (Bladder 54)Located on the back portion of the knee exactly at the midpoint of the crease. See also Fig 30.To be used bilaterally for the back pain....

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WRIST AILMENTSthe wrist is injured in all sports as are the figures. The wrist is very responsive to acupressure or pressure acupuncture. There are a number of important points in this area which besides having use in wrist arthritis or general systemic problems. The figures will be repeated when these illnesses are discussed, but for now the wrist itself is the object of our attention. Wrist hand point I is described in figure 16. Pressure can be used with or without massage.Wrist injuriesWrist-hand point 2 fig. 17 is an important point for wrist injuries. It can be used either with pressure alone or with rotation of the finger. The applications...

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Finger injuries and Finger ArthritisIt must also be kept in mind that fractures can be part of the trauma, and in those cases where the pain is usually severe it is imperative that x-ray be obtained before instituting pressure acupuncture. Wrist-hand point 6 fig. 21 has more use in finger injuries and finger arthritis. Fig. 21Wrist-hand point 6(Large intestine 3)Located under the thumb side of the index finger one fingerbreadth below the base of the finger at the point of the side of the ha...

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Trauma and Arthritis of the FingersThe next three points, wrist hand point 7, 8, and 9 fig. 22,23 and 24) have uses other than local, but they are useful in trauma and closer a key (important) acupuncture site, is to the area of injury, the more effect it will have, but all the point should be tried. Fig. 22Wrist-hand point 7(Tripple Burner 2)Located in the web between the little finger and the ring finger on the back side. Wrist-hand point 7 should be pressed at a 45 degree angle towards the hand, the point being approached from the top of the hand. Fig. 23Wrist-hand point 8(Small intestine 3)Located on the side of the hand one fingerbreadth...

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Forearm PainThe next two points , wrist-hand 10 and wrist-hand 11 (fig 25 and 26) have an important use in acupuncture anesthesia, since these points are used in chest operations, including open heart surgery and lung resections, unbelievable as it may be. However, on one here is suggesting that such a use should be applied at this time. They are useful in wrist and forearm pain, nevertheless. Fig. 25Wrist-hand point 10 (triple Burner 5)Located on the back side of the forearm three fingerbreadth from the middle of the wrist crease. See also fig. 96The two points can be pressed simultaneously by the middle or index finger and the thumb. Straight...

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KNEE AILMENTSThe knee is a part of the body that can go wrong easily in athletic endeavors. Unfortunately, serious ligament us tears and torn cartilages can result from seemingly insignificant, as well as significant trauma. Therefore, it is important to see a doctor about any knee that seems seriously injured before relying too much on pressure acupuncture. If the doctor feels conservative therapy is indicated then acupressure should be given a good try. If the knee does not respond, the doctor should be re-consulted. This advice actually applies to pressure acupuncture in general but is more important with some things than others. The first...

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ANKLE-FOOT AILMENTSAnkle foot point 1 fig. 34 is a very important point for ankle injuries, ankle edema, and arthritis. Its usually , will be able to be pressed fairly hard and can stand rotation in the case of ankle injuries since the most painful part of most ankle injuries are not at its proximity, if it is the only point that can be pressed and massaged, it is well worth while.Ankle Injuries, Ankle Edema and ArthritisAnkle-foot point 2 fig. 35 is another point that has great use in ankle infirmities. Unfortunately , it more frequently overlies a very tender point and must be pressed with care. Rotational massage can also be useful here if...

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NECK AND SHOULDER AILMENTSShoulder and neck injuries, while they are distinct and separate in many respects and can occur individually and frequently, too often together. Furthermore, they share a number of acupuncture sites. Therefore, it is convenient to discuss the two together. We will divide the discussion into two parts: shoulder points only, combination points (points shared by both anatomical parts) , and neck points only.Shoulder points 1 fig. 40 is the most important point for relieving pure shoulder disabilities. Pressure and rotary massage may be used. The same is true for shoulder point 2 fig. 41Shoulder point 3 fig. 42 is also a...

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Neck Injuries and ArthritisShoulder point 5 fig. 44 becomes a point that is very useful in neck injuries and arthritis, but it also has a very beneficial use in the tension headaches and tension in the neck. The succeeding points also will have good use in these conditions. Shoulder point 5 also can be used for shoulder injuries. Pressure and massage is good for all these combination points, and for the neck they should be treated bilaterally. Fig. 44Shoulder point 5Gall bladder 21Located on an imaginary line drawn from the tip of the shoulder to a point lying over the middle of the base of the back of the neck. The point is on the mid point...

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OBESITYPerhaps the most aggravating condition that people must suffer from in day to day living is the inability to maintain desirable body weight. Most of the time overweight is a problem and dieting and taking diet pills is the way of life for millions. Using acupuncture sites is a recent entry into this area and is presently the subject of research. With needles there has been an initial success with some extremely difficult patients. Using the technique of pressure acupuncture also has proved promising in my practice. Abdomen point 1 fig. 48 on the left side overlies the stomach. It must be pressed deeply. Massage is not necessary.Leg point...

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For Curbing the AppetiteAcupuncture sites on the ears are also beneficial in curbing the appetite, and while it may be awkward to stick your fingers in your ears in public when eating out, it can be used at home. Figures 52 and 53 demonstrate these points. Simply place the index fingers into the ears as shown, pressing over the site. A fair amount of pressure should be used even if it is a little unpleasant. If done properly and persistently it will reduce hunger in many people. Fig. 52 & 53Ear point 1Pericardium 6Following the rim of the ear around until it ends up in front by becoming the ridge within the ear itself. The point lies immediately...

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Acupressure Point for Impotence

IMPOTENCEImpotence is another very frustrating experience for men, and for women in their relationship with men. Pressure and massage on the acupuncture sites can be beneficial. It can be of even greater value if the person afflicted remains calm and his partner uses restraint in criticizing or showing contempt even by facial expressions. Fig. 54 is a key point. Pressure against it with rotary massage can be used by either partner.Back point 2 fig. 55 , knee point 3 fig 56 , knee point 6 fig 57, ankle-foot point6 fig. 58 and abdomen point 4 fig. 59 are all useful points and should all be tried. Those points that are bilateral should be used bilaterally....

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