acupressure

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I am interested in adding acupressure to my treatment modalities so that

I have a needless option. I am certified in both shiatsu and tui na,

but unfortunately, I only learned how to treat muscular-skeletal issues

with these.

 

I am wondering if the basic acupuncture principles carry over into

acupressure? For example, would I want to hold the points deeper/

longer time for excess and lighter/ shorter time for deficiency

conditions? Is the point selection the same? How long, generally, is

each point held?

 

I would be happy to read a book or take a class if someone knows of a

good one.

 

I can't imagine it's really that different from acupuncture. I know

when I have acute issue and no needles, acupressure helps quite a bit.

 

I guess I could always try toothpicks!

 

Thanks,

Ariel