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Continuning our series on Massage Therapy from our previous article Massages & Massage Therapy: Introduction, Examples & Massage Types, begining in this article and continuing further, we will discuss about the various Massage Types and Massage Techniques available. In this article, we will talk about the first Massage Method, which is the Acupressure Massage or Accupressure Massage Method
What is Acupressure Massage?
Acupressure Massage is based upon the belief that there are pressure points in a human body which are known as acupuncture points. Whenever physical pressure is applied to acupuncture or Acupressure points, it has an effect on the body in terms of providing a soothing effects, or treatment of pain, etc.
The Acupressure Massage is applied through hand, elbow, or with various other suitable devices.

What are the instruments used for Acupressure Massage?
There are many instruments used for Acupressure Massage. They are as follows:

-- Power mat for Acupressure Massage:
The power mat (also pyramid mat) is a mat with small pyramid-shaped bumps on which a patient is asked to walk. The pressure created on the foot by these bumps is used to relieve the pain. You may also get similar footwear like slippers with these pointed bumps.

-- Energy roller for Acupressure Massage:
The energy roller is a small cylinder with protuberances. It is held between the hands and rolled back and forth to apply acupressure.

-- Foot roller for Acupressure Massage:
The foot roller is a round, cylindrical roller with protuberances. It is placed on the floor and the foot is rolled back and forth over it.

-- Acu ball for Acupressure Massage:
The acuball is a small ball made of rubber with protuberances that is heatable. It is used to apply acupressure and relieve muscle and joint pain.

-- Spine roller for Acupressure Massage:
The spine roller is a kind of roller (typically made of wood) and it contains magnets that is rolled up and down the backside or the spine.

How effective is the Acupressure Massage Therapy?
The Acupressure Massage Therapy is found to be effective in quite a few cases. However, it has also come under criticism because there are no scientific proofs available for Acupressure points in the body