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Acupressure |
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Acupressure (a blend of
"acupuncture" and "pressure") is a complementary medicine
technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical
pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or
with various devices.
Traditional Chinese medicine's (TCM) acupuncture theory predates
use of the scientific method, and has received various
criticisms based on scientific thinking. The anatomical or
histological basis of acupuncture points or meridians, if they
actually exist, is unknown. Acupuncturists tend to perceive TCM
concepts in functional rather than structural terms, i.e. as
being useful in guiding evaluation and care of patients. Neuroimaging research suggests that certain acupuncture points
have distinct effects that are not otherwise predictable
anatomically. |
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