Qigong acupressure is a therapeutic to cure diseases by applying thermal energy, derived from concentrated qi to the meridians, joints, nerves and blood vessels on the body surface by means of various techniques of massage. It may adjust neural and humoral functions and balance yin and yang in the body to cure disease. The characteristics of qigong acupressure are as follows:
1. Wide applications: Qigong acupressure is useful to treat many diseases, belonging to different branches of medicine, but it is most effective in treating patients with chronic functional disturbance or those in the recovery stage. For example, it may produce a good result in chronic patients with paralysis.
2. Simple to learn and practice: In general, beginners may use it for clinical practice after studying hard for three to five months.
3. Safety and effectiveness: It is a safe, comfortable and effective treatment for many internal and external diseases, but the application of pressure and qi to the acupoints should be adequate in intensity.
4. Easy application and inexpensive: An inexpensive, simple and effective therapeutic treatment, qigong acupressure may be used anywhere and at any time. No special equipment or medical instruments are required.
5. Disease prevention and health maintenance: Once the technique of qigong acupressure therapy has been mastered, people may use it for themselves or on others to prevent diseases and maintain health.
