Labor acupressure points

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing technique of applying pressure to specific points on the body. Studies have indicated its success in inducing labor, reducing labor pain, shortening labor, and increasing labor satisfaction. It is believed that these points, when stimulated, can improve blood flow and help to relax muscles. The most common points used in acupressure for labor are located in the lower back and hands. Many of these pressure points also stimulate oxytocin.

Are you looking for a natural way to induce labor? Here's all the acupressure points for inducing labor and how to stimulate them correctly.

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing technique of applying pressure to specific points on the body. Studies have indicated its success in inducing labor, reducing labor pain, shortening labor, and increasing labor satisfaction. It is believed that these points, when stimulated, can improve blood flow and help to relax muscles. The most common points used in acupressure for labor are located in the lower back and hands. Many of these pressure points also stimulate oxytocin.

Acupuncture and acupressure are traditional Chinese techniques used to treat a variety of ailments. Read on to know how effective they are at inducing labor.

Acupressure Points to Induce Labor Infographic

Here's how to do acupressure during labor—solo or with a partner's help. Acupressure can help jump start labor, relieve pain, and strengthen contractions.

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Acupressure points useful in labor

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