Aromatherapy with Acupressure

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science

Aromatherapy and acupressure, used when in conjunction, have the power to support both our emotional and physical wellbeing. This approach can be validated by scientific research and grounded in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Aromatherapy with Acupressure

Studies have found that combining both aromatherapy with acupressure may lead to a significant reduction in pain, compared to using just one modality or the other. Certain essential oils, when applied to specific acupressure points, have noticeable benefits.

Energetically: Applying oils to acupressure points enhances the movement of chi, which promotes harmony and wellness.

Physiologically: Essential oils absorbed into the bloodstream can help to aid the body’s natural healing process.

Emotionally: Essential oils interact with our limbic system through smell. When the molecules of the oils are inhaled, areas of the brain are affected, such as the amygdala (which processes emotions) and hippocampus (memory centre). This direct pathway allows the oils to influence emotional states, stress, mood, hormone release and physiological responses, among other effects.

What Is Acupressure?

The concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine is based on the flow of chi through our body, along the meridian channels in our body. The ancient healing technique of acupuncture uses needles on the acupressure points to release blockages and restore balance. This promotes the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Acupressure utilises this concept, but with the use of our fingers to apply gentle pressure to specific meridian points. Research has shown acupressure to be effective for improving circulation and relieving pain, stress reduction, overall health and wellbeing. Other uses range from headaches to sleep issues, muscle aches, addiction and even menstrual pain, just to name a few.

The Benefits of Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils that are extracted from various parts of plants, the flowers, seeds, leaves, bark, wood, roots. Each has unique chemical profiles and therapeutic benefits. The oils can be inhaled or applied topically, where they're absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. The quality of essential oils is dependent upon the plant’s natural compounds. Concentrated essences are derived directly from plant material through processes like steam distillation or cold pressing. This is why the choice and quality of the plant source are crucial in producing 100% pure, effective essential oils.