Acupressure Nervous System Points

The most effective exercises and healing techniques stimulate a series of special Acupressure points along the spine on both sides. These spinal points stimulate the peripheral nervous system, making it even more therapeutic because these nerves connect with and benefit all of your internal organs. The proper use of these back Acupressure points, the Yu Points, will improve many health problems and also boost your overall wellness.

Acupressure Yu Points, also known as Shu Points, are some of the most effective treatment points on the body. These Yu (Shu) Points are located on both sides of the back, two finger widths from the center of the spine. Here are two different methods to stimulate them in other ways.

Reaching the Back Yu (Shu) Points Without Your Hands

Tennis Ball Technique

There’s a great way to stimulate these back points and gain enormous health benefits. Place two tennis balls in a sock and tie the end with a string, rubber band, or twist tie, so that the balls stay together. Place them on a carpeted floor and lie down gradually on the balls, with your spine between the two balls. If it hurts because the balls are hard, double a thick towel over them for padding. Or you can use smaller or softer balls.

Every minute or two, move the balls to a different part of your back, keeping them on each side of your spine. After lying on the balls for five to ten minutes, remove them and lay down on your back. Bend your knees, close your eyes, and deeply relax by taking slow, deep breaths for another ten minutes to fully discover the benefits.

Rock ‘n Roll Technique

You can also stimulate all these therapeutic back Acupressure points by rocking on your spine, back and forth, over a carpeted surface. This technique is called the Acupressure Rock ‘n Roll. If your back is flat or if it’s too difficult, then roll gently from side to side instead.

Lie on your back on a carpet, then bend your knees toward your chest. Clasp your hands firmly below your knees, raise your head, and rock back and forth on your spine. After rocking on your back for a minute or two, lie flat and relax deeply with your eyes closed. Take slow, deep breaths for five to ten minutes to obtain the full health benefits.

Regular Practice is Important

Both of these techniques are powerful natural methods of self-treatment. It's encouraged to do them regularly to enhance your health on many levels. Continue practicing the simple Tennis Ball or Rock ‘n Roll techniques for several months, to stimulate your back Acupressure Yu (Shu) Points. As you practice throughout the years, you’ll be able to enjoy and have remarkable health results.

Teachings of Traditional Chinese Medicine