Acupressure Mat

The Chinese have always been way ahead in the world of cures and medicines which are more like going about the nature's way. One such technique used in curing an assortment of symptoms is acupressure. A natural traditional Chinese medicine technique of curing certain symptoms by accessing the appropriate pressure points of the body is known as acupressure. It works on the principle of the flow of life (also known as Qi), which takes certain pathways and meridians to different organs of the body and maintains the energy balance of the body. As per this principle, a disruption in the flow of Qi can affect important organs in the body. Therefore, an acupressure practitioner always detects the affected meridian of the patient to identify the weakened acupressure points.

Acupressure Mat Benefits

If you have heard about acupuncture, you must be very well aware of the techniques used in the healing. Needles and pins are used to stimulate the pressure points. However, in case of an acupressure mat, there are no pointed stimuli, but the whole mat is equipped with protruding bumps and spines which are designed in a way that they rouse the pressure points that detect a Qi deficiency. An acupressure practitioner may ask the patient to lie down flat on an acupressure mat and then commence with the healing therapy. Some of the major benefits availed by people over the years are listed below:

• Strengthening liver, spleen and kidney
• Palliating migraines
• Relieving fatigue, stress, insomnia and depression
• Curing cold and flu
• Enhancing metabolism and digestion
• Stimulating and boosting the immune system
• Increased blood circulation
• Significant improvement in medical conditions like hemorrhoids, diarrhea and cystitis
• Calming down nerves during PMS

Lying down flat on an acupressure mat indicates the fact that the pressure exerted across the surface of the mat is consistent. This pressure peps up the endorphin release from the pituitary gland. These endorphins are nothing but endogenous opioid peptides that play the role of neurotransmitters in the body. This triggers the overall stress and pain relief followed by complete relaxation. In some cases, acupressure mats are also believed to lower high blood pressure levels.

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Besides the above benefits availed and stated, acupressure mat comes in various sizes to suit the requirements of people. For instance, there are small mats specially designed for hands and feet to improve the blood circulation. People may choose to sit or lie down on the mat depending on the areas that require the pressure. However, an acupressure session should not exceed 15 minutes in the very first time. Once the body gets used to the mat, the time duration can be extended from 20 - 30 minutes. Some people also use it for sleeping as well. Acupressure mat with 8820 pressure points is a rage among these Chinese mats. It is advised to use it before bed time, to ensure a tight sound sleep. Some of its amazing features are listed below:

• Chemical and glue free
• Made of 100% cotton and memory foam
• 210 pressure flowers, each having 42 pressure spikes
• 30 day Yugster Warranty
• Stimulates nerves in feet, hands, neck and back
• Amazing stress and pain reliever
• Stimulates release of endorphins and oxytocin (the feel-good hormone)
• Enhances energy and blood circulation

Maternity acupressure mats are also popular nowadays. They are well-equipped with pressure points to induce labor, in women for whom the delivery time is delayed. In fact, acupressure to induce labor is one of the major natural benefits availed. So this was all about acupressure mats. If you are interested in buying them, first run a check on acupressure points chart to understand the utility for you. And yes, diabetic patients and people suffering from high blood pressure must take a second opinion from acupressure practitioners before they decide to avail the benefits of this mat.