Why Your Massage Therapist Should Use Pressure Points: A Path to Ultimate Relaxation

It’s been a long, hard week, so you pay a visit to your massage therapist. After checking in, you slip off your shoes and lie down on a table, getting ready for the massage of your dreams. But, somehow, 60 minutes later, you blink open your eyes and… you’re still really stressed out. This knot in your shoulder has not gone away, and your lower back still aches.

I’d love to share with you a quick fix that would turn this ‘meh’ moment into a ‘wow’… it’s something called pressure points. It’s found in an old, ancient (for mankind) way of connecting with the body.

The Problem: Generic Massages Miss the Mark

Brace yourself for this one: not all massages are created equal. Many massage therapists work with a generalized approach that can feel good, but might not be in line with what is best for your individual issues. That’s where pressure points come into play: pressure points, or acupressure, is the application of pressure to specific points on the body as a means of pain relief, tension reduction and overall wellness.

You are forgiven if you think: ‘But isn’t a regular massage relaxing enough?’ Well, perhaps. At its rudimentary level, a classic massage is undoubtedly relaxing and pleasant enough. The main gripe for many is that…