In Acupressure Therapy, each of the Points has three main levels. The first is a surface of the skin level; the second is a middle level of pressure; and the third is a deeper level. They are reached by using light, medium, and deep pressure. Holding a blocked Point on all three levels, applying finger pressure very gradually, enables an energy blockage to release effectively.
The surface level is associated with the physical aspect of the Point,
the middle level with the
emotional aspect, and
the deep level with the
spiritual aspect and for reaching the most complete release of healing energy.
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A beginning Acupressure Practitioner who hasn’t been trained may jam their fingers, thumbs, or elbow into an Acupressure Point, which can certainly hurt and even be traumatic. Of course, it doesn’t attend to the three levels for healing.
You need to gradually apply your finger pressure, holding each Point for about a minute at each level. This will fully release the Point so that the healing energy can flow.
Carefully use your body weight to slowly apply pressure to the Points. When you have located the Point and your fingers are comfortably positioned right on the spot, gradually lean your weight toward the Point to apply the pressure. If you’re pressing a Point on your foot, for instance, bend your leg and apply pressure by slowly leaning forward.
Using the weight of your upper body – and not just your hands – enables you to apply firm pressure without strain. Direct the pressure perpendicularly to the surface of the skin as you take several long, slow, deep breaths. Hold for a few minutes until you feel a regular pulse or until the soreness at the Point decreases. Then gradually release the pressure, finishing with a soothing, gentle touch.
Knowing these three levels of pressure makes Acupressure Therapy more effective. You’re not just releasing one level, but going deeper. When you release all three levels of the healing energy, then it can move through the body more fully and completely.