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One of the best things about acupressure and reflexology is that you can use them virtually anywhere at anytime. You dont need elaborate, time-consuming preparations or a lot of expensive, bulky equipment. If youre treating yourself, all you really need is a peaceful space and your own two hands (a few tools may help, too; see the next section for suggestions). If youre treating someone else, you still need only your hands and a quiet moment. Of course, the ideal is to have a clean, quiet, comfortable space with no interruptions, but you can certainly help ease a headache by pressing points even when sitting on a busy bus. So dont hold back; use acupressure and reflexology when you need them! When to start? The sooner, the better especially if youre suffering from any kind of pain or discomfort. For best results, plan your acupressure and reflexology sessions for a time when you can concentrate without distractions. The exact timing often depends on your personality and preferences. Just as some people are night owls who like to conduct important tasks in the wee hours of the night, most people find that they most enjoy sessions at certain times of the day. Many people like to schedule their sessions for right before bed so that they can take advantage of the relaxing nature of these healing sessions. Others find the sessions invigorating, and thus view them as the perfect way to start the day. The frequency of sessions may also vary depending on your preferences. You may experience a bit of soreness or sensitivity following an intense session. If so, you may want to wait a day or two before your next session. On the other hand, some people treat themselves to numerous mini-sessions several times throughout the day, and this practice isnt unusual. The important thing is to let your body be your guide and do whatever feels best for you.
Being prepared for the session means preparing your space, too. Having ready everything you require for the session is the last preparation you need. Be sure to have pillows or supports, maps and charts, music, and the healing plan you intend to use easily available.
practitioner notices any serious medical conditions that are cause for concern (which does indeed happen), she may suggest that you see an appropriate medical specialist. After the session, you get a few minutes to relax before you have to get up. n your follow-up sessions, some issues will get better, revealing other issues underneath. Like peeling an onion, you can always work on something underneath. Each session will contain a re-evaluation of the issues and goals, so expect to spend about 10 minutes at the start of every follow-up session re-assessing. How long you continue will depend on results. You may notice steady improvement and want to stay focused on weekly sessions. You may feel so good that you want to schedule a monthly tune-up, or it may not be helping and you may decide to stop. In all cases, your practitioner can help guide the decision-making process. The routine in this section which requires all of 20 minutes will help keep you healthy if you do it on a regular basis. It focuses on stimulating and regulating qi flow and establishes harmony throughout your body. You can hold all these points on a friend, too. First lead the receiver through the stretching and breathing exercises that follow: 1. Use the bilateral approach on points St 36, Lv 3, and Sp 4. Hold each point on both sides at the same time for 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat the sequence two to three times until all points feel equal. 3. Use the bilateral approach on the points Lu 1, B 47, and GB 21. Hold each point for 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat the sequence three times. End with 5 to 10 minutes of relaxation, breathing deeply and noticing the relaxation and well-being spreading through your body.