Acupressure Points for Insomnia

While a lot of people found the movie Sleepless in Seattle enjoyable and entertaining, the actual experience of being sleepless is an idea that not everyone is so fond of. Insomnia, as it is more properly called, is an increasingly alarming concern among the adolescent and adults of today.

Generally, Insomnia is a known to be a condition where one experiences inability to sleep or chronic sleeplessness. It may also be described as a disturbance of the regular sleeping pattern.

The number of insomnia cures and insomnia treatment ranges from over the counter drugs, prescription drugs, herbs and therapy to name a few. But over the years, it was acknowledged that acupressure may help address the problems brought about by insomnia. Waking Up the Senses Acupressure is an ancient art that focuses on using pressure points to align the chakras and pave the way for the body's healing power to take effect.

Acupressure may be performed by partner or you may do it to yourself. However, a lot of people prefer a trained specialist to conduct the acupressure session as the specialist is trained and informed about the particular acupressure points that will be most helpful to one's condition.

Also, since insomnia is often a result of chaos in the body, acupressure treatments administered by a well – trained and educated practitioner will most likely provide optimal results. There are many acupressure points that are known to be effective in treating insomnia, most of them act as aid in relaxing the mind and body.

1. Neiguan, also known as Pericardium 6 is of them. Called the Inner Gate, it is the foremost point used in addressing insomnia. This is believed to relax the mind, unbind the chest and most importantly, calm the spirit. It can be found about three finger widths from the wrist, in the middle of the forearm.

2. Anmien, also referred to as Peaceful Sleep is an extra point that is designed to treat insomnia. It can be found behind the ear and at the base of the skull. It is directly under the mastoid process.

3. The Shimien, also an extra point, is known as Insomnia; simply because it is renowned for its effectiveness in treating the said problem. It is located at the bottom of the foot, in its softest area.

Relaxation is the Key It is very important to make sure that before the acupressure session is conducted, the patient is located in a comfortable room with comfortable pressure and is in a relaxed condition. The hands will be cleansed and warmed.

There will also be some breathing exercises necessary before the session begins, this is to prepare the person's body and to relax the mind as well. The breathing exercise may extend to the session itself, depending on how the person responds to the acupressure. But certainly, this breathing exercise will be repeated after the session is completed. In addition, acupressure may also be used in treating problems contributing to insomnia. Back pain or neck pain are very common examples.


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Aravind –   – (7:51 PM)  

Respected sir,

Yesterday while doing my yoga i found a effective counter pose for Ardha Salabasana. Its Setu Bandha Sarvangasana(Bridge pose). I found it very relaxing after doing Salabasana and its an easy pose.

Aravind –   – (7:54 PM)  

Sir i would like to share my experoence while doing Savasana.
While i was doing it i found my hands slowly raising a bit upwards. i let it moving but concentrated on my normal breathe. I found it as some power raising it and thought of sharing it.
Have youe experienced such a thing.It may be due to while relaxing the hands stretches itself, i don't know. Just shared my experience.

AWS Notes  – (8:54 PM)  

Hi Aravind,

Thanks a lot for sharing your experience.

In think when you practice savasana after other asanas and you are totally relaxed this can happen. This has happened with me also and I feel totally relaxed and blissful. The relaxed state of mind and body cannot be explained in words.

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