Michael Reed Gach

Acceptable discussion of acupressure. Content seemed minimal (lots of point repetition). Organized by malady, which I find tenuous/mystical (but it assists in making the repetition less visible). I thought it overpromised and underdelivered; for instance, it inflated its malady count by treating a few with a single generic acupressure point alluded to in half a paragraph (like that one in the web between thumb and palm). No orientation to Chinese medicine theory or how its systems relate to show more Western medicine. Weak discussion of why you should believe this book.

The sweet spot reader for this book is someone who is already devoted to acupressure but pretty naive about it, who has easy access to this book (like through a library or garage sale). This book isn't bad, but I don't think it's worth seeking out. show less

This practical guide to acupressure covers more than 40 ailments and symptoms, from allergies to wrist pain, providing pressure point maps and exercises to relieve pain and restore function. Acupressure complements conventioal medical care, and enables you to take a vital role in becoming well and staying well. With this book you can turn your hands into healing tools--and start feeling great now.

Many people suffer from back pain. This book illustrates practical techniques to relieve the tension for yourself ad others. The massage techniques, yoga postures, acupressure points and exercise routines in this book are safe, effective and easy to do.

completely arbitrary and inflexible organization. mediocre index, glossaries, and charts. no listing of points by name, by body part, by meridians. reductive summary of individual points. no detailed comparison to acupuncture. no discussion of meridians. hardly any explanation of history, theory, or models. no cultural/colonial awareness.