Press This Point
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago -Acupuncturist Sara Calabro teaches you how to heal yourself and the people you love with acupressure. Each short episode explores one acupuncture point — the conditions it can help with, how to find it, and instructions for performing acupressure. Sara also discusses how the ancient theory behind each point can be applied to modern life. You’ll walk away from every episode with a new drug-free tool for healing your body, mind, and spirit. Learn more at https://www.pressthispoint.com/
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Episodes
Press this point for melancholy, sadness
June 12, 2020 21:41 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Lung 10, an acupuncture point on the palm that’s used for melancholy and sadness. For a photo of Lung 10, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/lu10/
Press this point for sciatica, hip pain
May 19, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Gall Bladder 30, an acupuncture point on the butt that’s used for sciatica and hip pain. For a photo of Gall Bladder 30, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/gb30/
Is acupressure good for kids?
May 12, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MBIf you’re spending the pandemic at home with kids, this episode will be helpful because it answers a frequently asked question about acupressure: Does it work for kids? Learn more at https://www.pressthispoint.com/is-acupressure-good-for-kids/
Press this point for constipation, diarrhea
May 05, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Stomach 25, an acupuncture point on the abdomen that’s used to ease digestive upset, including constipation and diarrhea. For a photo of Stomach 25, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/st25/
Press this point for immunity, cold and flu
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Lung 7, an acupuncture point on the wrist that’s used to boost immunity and treat cold and flu symptoms. It’s also helpful for alleviating thumb pain. This is a handy point to know during coronavirus, when it’s extra important to keep your immune system strong. For a photo of Lung 7, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/lu7/
Press this point for cough, fear
April 21, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Kidney 27, an acupuncture point on the chest that’s used to alleviate cough, shortness of breath, and feelings of fear — something many of us are experiencing during the coronavirus pandemic. For a photo of Kidney 27, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/kd27/
Press this point for low back pain, menstrual cramps
April 14, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Bladder 32, an acupuncture point on the back that’s used to alleviate low back pain and menstrual cramps. This episode also discusses the power of touch, and how acupressure can be a meaningful way to connect with the people you’re living with during the coronavirus pandemic. For a photo of Bladder 32, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/bl32/
Press this point for stress
April 07, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Yintang, an acupuncture point between the eyebrows that’s used to reduce stress and calm the mind. Under current coronavirus circumstances, this is a useful point to know. For a photo of Yintang, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/yintang/
Press this point for fever
March 31, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.17 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Large Intestine 11, an acupuncture point on the arm that’s used to reduce fevers. Under current coronavirus circumstances, this is a very important point to know. For a photo of Large Intestine 11, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/li11/
Press this point for springtime health
March 24, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.6 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Liver 3, an acupuncture point on the foot that helps with symptoms associated with the spring season, including headaches, muscle and joint pain, digestive upset, irritability, and eye problems. It’s a great point to remember for maintaining overall wellness this spring. For a photo of Liver 3, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/lv3/
How hard should I press?
March 17, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBIn this episode, you’ll get the answer to a frequently asked question about acupressure: How hard should I press? Learn more at https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/how-hard-should-i-press/
Press this point for cough, asthma, difficult breathing
March 10, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBIn this episode you'll learn how to find, press, and benefit from Lung 6, an acupuncture point on the forearm that’s used for cough, asthma, or any difficulty breathing. This includes shortness of breath and that feeling when you can’t take a full clearing breath. See a photo of Lung 6: https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/lu6/
Press this point for cough, asthma
March 10, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBIn this episode you'll learn how to find, press, and benefit from Lung 6, an acupuncture point on the forearm that’s used for cough, asthma, or any difficulty breathing. This includes shortness of breath and that feeling when you can’t take a full clearing breath. See a photo of Lung 6: https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/lu6/
Press this point for gynecological, sexual health
March 03, 2020 13:00 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Spleen 6, an acupuncture point on the lower leg that’s used for gynecological and sexual health (and many other things). For a photo of Spleen 6, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/sp6/
Press this point for sinus pressure, nasal congestion
February 25, 2020 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Stomach 2, an acupuncture point on the face that’s used for sinus pressure and nasal congestion. For a photo of Stomach 2, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/st2/
Press this point for headaches, hangovers
February 18, 2020 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Gall Bladder 8, an acupuncture point on the side of the head that’s used for headaches, migraines, and hangovers. For a photo of Gall Bladder 8, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/gb8/
Press this point for nausea, anxiety
February 12, 2020 02:22 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Pericardium 6, an acupuncture point on the inner wrist that’s used for nausea and anxiety. For a photo of Pericardium 6, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/pc6/
Press this point for digestive issues, energy
February 07, 2020 21:55 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Stomach 36, an acupuncture point on the lower leg that’s used for digestive issues and to boost energy (among other things). For a photo of Stomach 36, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/st36/
2. Press this point for digestive issues, energy
February 07, 2020 21:55 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Stomach 36, an acupuncture point on the lower leg that’s used for digestive issues and to boost energy (among other things). https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/st36/
1. Press this point for insomnia, anxiety
February 05, 2020 14:33 - 6 minutes - 5.69 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Kidney 1, an acupuncture point on the bottom of the foot that's used to alleviate insomnia, anxiety, headaches, and more. https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/kd1/
Press this point for insomnia, anxiety
February 05, 2020 14:33 - 6 minutes - 5.69 MBLearn how to find, press, and benefit from Kidney 1, an acupuncture point on the bottom of the foot that's used to alleviate insomnia, anxiety, headaches, and more. For a photo of Kidney 1, visit https://www.pressthispoint.com/#/kd1/