Acupuncture versus Acupressure
For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been recognized as the primary medical care throughout East Asia. Today, much of the western world considers TCM an alternate medical system. Acu-Therapy is the most recognized of the TCM system. The system is based on acu points that may affect organ systems of the body. The benefits are of great reward, for pain and ill-health are treated using various treatments and procedures of Acu-Therapy. Acupuncture and Acupressure are the two major treatments of Acu-Therapy. Although the 2 therapies share the same benefits of TCM, they contrast in application, the advantages, and from whom the treatment is administered. Acupuncture employs the use of long thin needles that are inserted through the skin at specific acu-points. Acupressure is applied by the use of finger pressure. The ...view middle of the document...
Acupuncture provides immediate results in treatment. In most instances, one treatment session is required for measure results. Although Acupressure may not provide instant results, when combined with a complimentary bodywork modality, Acupressure provides a productive session. Acupuncture is recognized by many HMO and PPO insurance providers. This option is beneficial to people who chooses to have an Acupuncturist as his or her primary care provider. Acupressure is not recognized by insurance providers, but the modality is far less expensive compared to Acupuncture. Acupressure therapists recommend continuing sessions at discounted prices, which is beneficial for people without insurance benefits. Considering the advantages between the two modalities, there are differences to whom gives the treatments. A person that practices Acupuncture is an Acupuncturist, and is considered a healthcare provider. Many health care systems respect the Acupuncturist as a practitioner. On the other hand, Acupressure is performed by a Bodywork Therapist. Bodywork Therapists are also respected by health care systems, as complimentary care facilitators. Most Acupuncturists have three to four years of formal training and hold a doctoral level education. Acupuncturists solely specialize and practice Acupuncture. Acupressure requires no formal education, although most therapists receive training in massage therapy schools. Bodywork therapists often have knowledge and skill in several bodywork modalities. Many of those modalities fall under the TCM system. Traditional Chinese Medicine is still practiced in modern day. Throughout Asia and much of the Western world, people choose this practice as his or her primary medical care. Based on acu-points, acu-therapy is the most recognized of all TCM therapies. Acupuncture and Acupressure are the two major therapies. They both are two different therapies, which provide the same benefits of pain relief and the promotion of good health. Considering their similarities, they differ in application advantages, and from whom the treatment is given.
