While the expression “sitting on pins and needles” might indicate a time of stress or anxiety, in reality, the act can have the opposite effect on the body. Acupressure, a holistic approach to ...

Those who may not have access to a traditional acupuncturist can get a taste of the calming modality at home via acupuncture mats — and these devices are also a good alternative for those who get ...

Acupressure is a practice that blends traditional Chinese medicine with Western practices to soothe aches and pains, reset the nervous system and bring about a sense of calm. It’s also the latest ...

All this time at home isn’t doing our bodies any favors. Sitting at our desks for hours on end, likely with fewer outlets for physical activity than usual, has turned us into sore, stiff shells of our ...

A few weeks ago, I came home complaining of an intense pain in my back and shoulders, radiating from my right collarbone to my upper back. No amount of stretching or rubbing helped. My roommate — the ...

I am lying on a Shakti Mat, a padded acupressure mat which features 6,000 press points made from tiny plastic spikes (yes, really). Costing £49, the original mat comes in black, orange and green; ...