Acupressure
like acupuncture is an ancient healing art. In both cases key points
on the body are used to stimulate the bodies self-healing abilities.
The main difference is that acupuncture uses needles whereas with
acupressure the fingers press the key points. Much better if you
have a needle phobia!
There
are certain points that could be of use if you are suffering from
from toothache . The idea is to use finger pressure directly on
the point. Pressure is applied gradually and is somewhere between
pleasant pressure and pain.
If
you are an expectant mother don't try any of these.
There
are points at the bottom of the cheek bones directly below the pupil.
There is also a point directly in front of the ear opening in the
depression that deepens when you open your mouth and points half
an inch above and below the latter.
On
the back of the ankle midway between the inside of the anklebone
and the tendon.
Put
your thumb and forefinger together and find the highest point of
the muscle between them. Applying pressure to this point can help
relieve toothache also.
Let
me stress this information is only supplied to give you an idea
of what can help when you are suffering. There are numerous books
available that will enable you to find out more about the points
mentioned above. Acupressure can help relieve toothache .... I have
used it myself. Give it a try!
Maybe
you could make it a target on your road to overcoming your phobia
that you consult an acupressure specialist. Explain that you know
your teeth need attention and that the acupressure is not a replacement
for treatment. You just want to make the pain go away without resorting
to tablets all the time ... it must be better for you.
I know it won't be easy. The road to overcoming your phobia isn't
but remember.
If
you truly believe you can overcome your fears you are halfway to
doing so.
Information
contained within this page is not a substitute for professional
advice. Its aim is to give an idea of what can help at times when,
because of your phobia, you are unable to obtain that advice.
If you think
any of the content is useful try reading suitable books on the subject
to obtain a more in-depth understanding of the subject or consult
a professional practioner.
Beyond Fear
does not aim to replace professional advice it aims to help you
get to the stage where you are able to obtain it. However whilst
you are getting to that point anything that helps to make things
easier will be suggested.
