How to Find Pressure Points to Cure Headaches

How to Find Pressure Points to Cure Headaches



Got a headache? Before you reach for some aspirin, try working with pressure points.
Pressure points are bunches of nerves located on certain points of the body, such as the temples. Pressure points help regulate blood circulation throughout the body.
When stimulated, these areas will help relax tight, stressed muscles and increase circulation. Since most common headaches are caused by tension--tight muscles in the face and neck area--working with pressure points will help ease or totally cure headaches.









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Find and massage your temples. Your temples are located on the sides of your head, at eyebrow level. To find them, touch the end of each of your eyebrows with your thumbs, and then move your thumbs about 1/2 inch toward the back of your head. Stop there and press gently. Using your thumbs, massage both temples simultaneously, using small, counter-clockwise motions. The movements should be light. Massage temples for one minute while taking deep breaths.





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Two pressure points are located at the inside ends of the eyebrows, right above the bridge of the nose.
Do not just press into these areas, this might cause an overwhelming feeling. Using your index fingers gently massage these areas for 30 seconds.





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Place your thumbs on the back of your neck, at the base of the skull, on the sides of your spinal column. Tilt your head back gently, and press upward into your neck for two minutes. Take deep breaths. If this is uncomfortable, sit in a chair and bend over, propping your elbows on a table or desk. Press your thumbs into the base of your skull, on the sides of your spinal column and tilt your head back.
Your neck area is filled with bunches of nerves and muscles. It's where your body meets your brain. Major electrical impulses travel through the spinal column, making it a information highway. Keeping your neck muscles relaxed will benefit you greatly, whether you experience headaches or not.





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In the webbing between the thumb and your index finger is a pressure point, well known to cure headaches. The point is located close the bone in that area, not in the center of the webbing. Use your thumb and index finger to squeeze the point on your opposite hand. If you are doing it properly, you will feel the nerve beneath the skin, and some pressure as you squeeze. Squeeze the point for a minute on each hand. Be sure to take deep breaths while treating yourself.





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Use your feet. According to the art of reflexology, points on the feet are connected to the bodies organs. By stimulating certain points on the feet you can relieve a headache. In the space between the big toe and second toe is a pressure point. Use your thumb to apply pressure to the top of this spot. Rub the area for one minute.








Tips & Warnings










When working with your pressure points, try to be in a relaxing space. If you are at work, take a few moments to be alone with yourself.








Try using essential oils while working on your pressure points. Chamomile,
lavender
and peppermint are known to soothe headaches. Dilute a few drops in a carrier oil, like almond or olive oil and massage into pressure points.



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How to Find Pressure Points Behind the Ear

How to Find Pressure Points Behind the Ear



The acupressure points that are located behind the ear have influence along the gall bladder and triple warmer meridians. They can be a bit difficult to find if you don't know what you're looking for. However, with a little study and a good diagram, anyone can find them.









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Place a finger directly behind the ear, just below the curve of the top of the outer ear. You will feel a ridge of bone on the skull. The pressure point is directly above this line, on the temporal bone. The points gall bladder 10 and triple warmer 19 are very close to one another. The triple warmer point is located directly on the mastoid bone, and the gall bladder point is in the temporal region just above the mastoid bone. The mastoid bone can be located by feeling for a bony protrusion just behind the ear. These pressure points help to relieve problems including anxiety, headache, hearing loss, tinnitus and neck tension.





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Run your finger down behind the ear. Stop at a point just above the earlobe. The points GB 11 and TW 18 are here. GB 11 is located in the temporal region, and the TW 18 point is directly on the mastoid bone. Place gentle pressure on these points and feel for knots, or a sensation of tension release. These acupressure points help to relieve headache, deafness, tinnitus, pain in the ear and eye, and tension in the neck.





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Consult a text like Gray's Anatomy if you encounter any difficulty in telling the temporal area apart from the mastoid bone. Excellent scans of the illustrations from Gray's Anatomy are available for free online viewing.





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Consult a reference book on acupuncture or acupressure to get a clearer idea of the location of the pressure points. An excellent reference is "A Manual of Acupuncture" by Peter Deadman and Kevin Baker. Most books and charts on acupressure omit these particular points; however, you may wish to purchase one anyway, to find instructions on how to apply acupressure properly.








Tips & Warnings










Acupuncture and acupressure points are interchangeable.



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How to Take Essential Oils Orally

How to Take Essential Oils Orally



Taking essential oils internally can be very beneficial for your health and in some cases, more effective than aromatic or topical application. Only high quality pure essential oils that are labeled as dietary supplements should be taken orally. Impure copies can be harmful.







Things You'll Need:





Essential oil




Empty gelatin capsule




Water









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Decide which essential oil to use for the condition you are treating. Because essential oils are powerful compounds, seek the guidance of a licensed aromatherapist or other health care practitioner first. Even after the assistance of a professional, refer often to the essential oils user's guide that essential oil suppliers will furnish with purchases.





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Open an empty gelatin capsule (available at most health or vitamin stores) and add a small amount of the essential oil. One fourth of a drop to one drop only. Swallow the capsule with water.





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Add one drop of essential oil to a glass of water. Drink it.





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Add one drop of essential oil to your meal or slice of bread. Eat up.





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Squeeze one drop onto your tongue and swallow. Some essential oils have a bite so you should test an even smaller amount directly on the tip of your tongue first.








Tips & Warnings










Many essential oils distributors have oils already packaged in capsules and sell them as dietary supplements.








Ingest only small amounts, as in drops.








Only use essential oils that are 100% pure, have gone through one distillation process and are labeled as dietary supplements.



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How to Take Chamomile Herbal Tea for Health

How to Take Chamomile Herbal Tea for Health



Chamomile herbal tea is one of those teas that I drink on a daily basis. It makes a delicate cup of tea, and it is one of my favorites when I want to create a relaxed atmosphere. I also drink it before bed to help me fall asleep. It is also one of those plants that I take if I am experiencing any soreness after exercise.

But, there are other health benefits for taking chamomile. It is very nourishing to the nervous system and has some calcium. It is also my favorite herb to take when I have an upset stomach or I'm experiencing other stomach problems. Chamomile also helps with aches and pains. It can also help with fevers and other ailments associated with the flu.

The best way to take this herb for daily health is as an herbal tea. Drink one to three cups a day, more if you need it. Remember to see a doctor before you change anything about your daily health routine.







Things You'll Need:





1 Cup water




1 Chamomile tea bag or 1 tsp. dried chamomile flowers




Honey, sugar or milk (optional)




Tea strainer




Mug









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Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.





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If using dried chamomile flowers, place them in the tea strainer. If you don't have a strainer, you can use cheese cloth, muslin or a coffee filter.





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Add the tea bag or tea strainer to your mug or tea cup.





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Pour boiling water into the mug.





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Let the tea steep for 5 to 10 minutes.





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This step is optional, but at this point you can add milk, sugar or honey unless you decide not to drink it (see step 7).





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Once you brew the tea you can either drink it or use it topically. If you make two cups worth of chamomile tea, it makes an excellent hair rinse and helps bring out highlights in light hair. It is also good dabbed on skin problems such as acne. You can also make two to four cups worth following the instructions and pour it into your bath water to help relax your muscles.








Tips & Warnings










If you use fresh chamomile flowers, use one tablespoon and chop them before adding them to the tea strainer.








When purchasing chamomile tea bags or the loose herb, make sure it is as fresh as possible.








Make sure you consult with a doctor or other medical professional before you start taking chamomile.








If you are allergic to ragweed, try to avoid chamomile. They are in the same plant family.



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How to Take a Thai Massage Course

How to Take a Thai Massage Course



Thai massage is a unique combination of yoga movements and acupressure placement with the goal of increased flexibility and reduced tension. Thai massage is interactive, requiring the participation of the person receiving the massage. It is one of the oldest healing modalities that originated in India. Buddhist teachings are evident in this massage, with an emphasis on compassion, loving kindness, joy and balance.









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Locate a school or course in your community or nearby town by searching the local phone book, Internet or the International Thai Therapists Association website, which lists schools and institutions that provide training in Thai massage (see Resources below).





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Interview the course instructor by asking about his training and background in Thai massage. Determine if the instructor is familiar with the International Thai Therapists Code of Ethics and abides by them. This code of ethics is important--it outlines the expected conduct and skills that therapists must abide by.





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Ask about the maximum number of students per class. Thai massage requires interactive participation, and classes with large numbers are discouraged. A maximum of no more than 12 students is recommended.





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Inquire about the number of class hours, price and number of techniques that will be covered in class. If certification is desired, inquire about courses toward certification, including number of clinical hours required.





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Enroll in the course of your choice. Dress in comfortable clothing, preferably clothing designed for exercise and yoga. Listen and follow instructions carefully to enjoy the learning process and get the most out of the Thai massage experience.








Tips & Warnings










Thai massage requires a commitment of 2 hours per massage session.








Sign up to experience a local Thai massage before beginning a course. Inquire about schooling and workshops from the massage therapist.



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How to Take a Reiki Master Course

How to Take a Reiki Master Course



After receiving a Reiki attunement, which is supposed to align your vibrations with your ki or 'life force energy', you are eligible to take level one, two and three classes. After level three, a Reiki practitioner can give attunements. The next phase is to take classes to become a Reiki master. A Reiki master can teach and receives a higher level of recognition in the new age community. Read on to learn more.









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Check the lineage of the Reiki master from whom you will take your training. In Reiki, you receive the wisdom of all previous Reiki masters who have passed on the tradition to your teacher. You too can claim the same lineage.





2


Ask for a certification from your teacher. While there are no formal licenses required to perform Reiki, a certificate from a recognized trainer can add to your credibility when you begin to charge for your services.





3


Open your mind and heart before you interview a potential Reiki teacher. You will want to trust your instincts on this since Reiki is a spiritual practice. You need to be able to feel positive, supportive energy from your teacher in order to realize the full benefits of the practice and of your own abilities.





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Shop around if money is an issue. Many excellent Reiki masters charge very little for their training because the practice has become very popular in new thought communities. Also, many Reiki masters hold regular jobs, and they don't rely on training fees to live on.


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How to Take a Reiki I Class

How to Take a Reiki I Class



A Reiki practitioner goes through three levels before moving on to the master designation. Each level involves a deeper intensity and a stronger ability to pass on the healing energy of the higher power through the hands. Prior to taking any Reiki classes, you should receive a Reiki treatment and see how you feel. The next step is to get a Reiki attunement from a master. Read on to learn more.









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Find a Reiki master who holds classes. They are found in yoga centers, in new thought churches and online. The most important factor is that you want to learn from someone whom you respect and believe in. Some famous Reiki masters charge large fees, while other less notable masters give you the same energy and instruction for little or no fee.





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Get a Reiki treatment from the master prior to asking him or her to give you an attunement and train you on level one. Your comfort level with your trainer is as important, possible more important, than the reputation of the trainer.





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Prepare for your class by spending time in meditation prior to the class. Dress comfortably and avoid caffeine or any other kind of chemical stimulant. The level I training can take anywhere from two to eight hours.





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Go for a full vacation of Reiki training at one of many spas around the country that offer Reiki masters to their guests. You can receive energy treatments, an attunement and enough hours to qualify you for master designation in the span of a three-day spa vacation, typically set in harmonious, peaceful surroundings.


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