How is acupuncture different from acupressure?
Acupuncture can allow stimulation of deeper structures that are sometimes impossible to reach with acupressure. However, acupressure can be highly effective if you know how to massage the right areas of your body, a skill that almost anyone can develop with a little practice. If you are interested in learning more about how to apply acupressure to yourself and others, I recommend that you read a book called Acupressure’s Potent Points. Does acupuncture hurt? It depends mainly on how careful your practitioner is. Over the years, I’ve received acupuncture treatments from dozens of practitioners of varying ages and practice styles, and the only factor that I’ve been able to identify that consistently determines how comfortable or uncomfortable treatments are is how much the practitioner cares about taking his or her time. Sometimes, no matter how careful a practitioner is, there will be a sharp pain or aching sensation during treatment that can last anywhere from an instant to several min
