Acupressure Fundamentals / अंक शिरोदर्शन / एक्यूप्रेशर
Meridian Point Pressure — Tier D1 | MPYPCP Central Knowledge Base
Maharshi Patanjali Yog Evm Prakritik Chikitsa Parishad (operational since 2007)
English
Acupressure (Ank Shirodarshan) applies finger pressure to meridian points — TCM-derived model taught in MPYPCP acupressure/acupuncture diploma programmes. Used for wellness and supportive care; not proven as cure for all diseases. Trained practitioner required.
हिंदी
एक्यूप्रेशर (अंक शिरोदर्शन) — मेरिडियन बिंदुओं पर अंगुली दबाव; TCM मॉडल। MPYPCP एक्यूप्रेशर/एक्यूपंक्चर डिप्लोमा में। कल्याण/सहायक; सभी रोगों का प्रमाणित इलाज नहीं। प्रशिक्षित चिकित्सक जरूरी।
इस अध्याय में / In this chapter
English
- Meridian theory overview; finger pressure technique
- Common points for syllabus — LI4, SP6 etc. with cautions
- Contrast with acupuncture D5
हिंदी
- मेरिडियन; अंगुली दबाव
- मुख्य बिंदु सावधानी सहित
- D5 एक्यूपंक्चर से अंतर
EN: Acupressure speaks to the body through precise touch along ancient pathways — no needles, but equal demand for anatomy respect and contraindication knowledge.
HI: एक्यूप्रेशर सटीक स्पर्श से शरीर से बात करता है — सुई नहीं, पर शारीरिक ज्ञान उतना ही ज़रूरी।
Vidhi / Method — विधि

Principles & Common Points
| Concept | Description |
|---|---|
| Meridians | Energy pathways (TCM model) / ऊर्जा मार्ग |
| Points (tsubo) | Specific pressure locations / बिंदु |
| Qi balance | Traditional balance concept / संतुलन |
Example points (education):
| Point | Location | Note |
|---|---|---|
| LI4 (Hegu) | Hand web between thumb and index | Avoid in pregnancy (TCM) |
| SP6 (Sanyinjiao) | Inner ankle, 3 cun above malleolus | Wellness use — practitioner only |
| GV20 (Baihui) | Crown of head | Mental clarity (TCM tradition) |
Basic method: EN — Locate point; apply steady thumb pressure 30–60 sec; breathe normally; both sides if bilateral. HI — बिंदु ढूँढें; 30–60 सेक स्थिर दबाव; सामान्य श्वास; दोनों ओर यदि द्विपक्षीय।
Labh / Benefits — लाभ
English
- Wellness support — relaxation, musculoskeletal comfort (traditional use).
- MPYPCP practicum — point location and safety module.
- Integration — may combine with yoga relaxation and naturopathy lifestyle advice.
हिंदी
- कल्याण सहायता — विश्राम, मांसपेशी आराम (पारंपरिक)।
- MPYPCP practicum — बिंदु, सुरक्षा।
- एकीकरण — योग/प्राकृतिक जीवनशैली।
Savdhani / Contraindications — सावधानी
| Condition | English | हिंदी |
|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy | Avoid LI4, SP6 strong stimulation (TCM) | LI4/SP6 नहीं |
| Open skin/infection | No pressure on broken skin | खुली त्वचा नहीं |
| Fracture sites | Do not press injured bone | fracture नहीं |
| Cure claims | No guaranteed disease cure | इलाज गारंटी नहीं |
MPYPCP Therapy Exam Quick Points
| Model | TCM meridians and points |
| LI4 | Hand web — pregnancy caution |
| Method | Steady thumb pressure 30–60 sec |
| Scope | Complementary, not emergency medicine |
Saankshep / Chapter Summary — संक्षेप
English
- TCM meridians; stimulus by thumb pressure
- Pregnancy: avoid LI4, SP6 etc. per syllabus
- Complementary only
हिंदी
- मेरिडियन; अंगूठे का दबाव
- गर्भ में कुछ बिंदु वर्जित
- पूरक चिकित्सा
References
- MPYPCP Acupressure syllabus
- WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy (complementary)
- TCM basics reference texts
Last updated: June 2026 | MPYPCP Central Knowledge Base — Tier D1
