Japan Acupressure

This alternative medicine technique is similar in principle to acupuncture. It is based on the concept of energy flowing through meridians, or pathways in the body that link our entire system and are important for vitality. When there is insufficient blood flow and oxygen within these meridians, it also impeded the organs, bones, nerves, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, joints, and muscle. Bio-point are acupressure points corresponding with meridians. Muscular trigger points are also often found in these areas and benefit from treatment. The technique involves applying deep manual pressure. 

The treatment stimulates the brain to produce a local and global healing effect including beneficial hormone and pain cycle changes. Positive results include muscular relaxation, reduced inflammation, and acceleration of blood flow, thereby improving pain, mobility, and strength. Healing is facilitated, and often allows reduction or elimination of medication use. Treatment can also help lower stress levels and strengthen the immune system. 

We offer Japan Acupressure Therapy at our Rototuna location. The technique is performed using direct pressure applied by hand and is deeper than traditional massage. 6-8 sessions are recommended to gain significant improvements in pain, strength, mobility, and overall function. 

·  Back and Neck Pain

·  Sciatica

·  Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow

·  Neuralgia

·  Frozen Shoulder

·  Groin Strain

·  Hip pain

·  Knee Pain

·  Bursitis

·  Heel Spurs

·  Edema

·  Plantar Fasciitis

·  Piriformis Syndrome

·  Thoracic spine and scapular pain

·  Ankle pain

·  Shin splints

Japan Acupressure stimulates the body’s own healing potential. Many patients respond to this treatment when they are unsuccessful with other techniques or plateau in their recovery.