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	~~'''~~Pressure point''' refers to an area on the human body that may produce significant pain or other effects when manipulated in a specific manner. The concept of pressure points is present in old school [[Japanese martial arts]] and is also used in the traditional medicine practices of countries like [[Japan]] and [[China]].		{{DISPLAYTITLE:Pressure Point}}

	== ~~Definition~~ ==		== Pressure Point ==

	A pressure point ~~is a point on the body that can elicit a physiological or psychological response when pressure is applied~~. ~~In [[acupuncture~~]] ~~and [[acupressure]], these points are believed to be part of a network of energy channels called meridians.~~		[[File:USMC-100912-M-5332N-146.jpg\|thumb\|right\|A demonstration of pressure point techniques in martial arts.]]

	~~== In~~ martial arts ==		A '''pressure point''' is a specific area on the human body that can be manipulated to produce pain, control, or other physiological effects. These points are often used in [[martial arts]], [[acupuncture]], and [[massage therapy]].

	In martial arts, pressure points are used to incapacitate an opponent. The points can be exploited to cause pain, paralysis, or even death. The concept is used in various martial arts such as [[Jujitsu]], [[Aikido]], and [[Kyusho Jitsu]].		== Anatomy of Pressure Points ==

	~~== In medicine ==~~		Pressure points are typically located at sites where [[nerves]] are close to the surface of the skin or where [[blood vessels]] are near the surface. These points can be sensitive to pressure and can be used to influence the body's [[nervous system]] and [[circulatory system]].

	~~In traditional Chinese medicine, pressure points are used in the practice~~ of [[acupuncture]] and [[acupressure]]. They are believed to be points where energy flows through the body, and manipulating these points can help to balance the body's energy and treat various health conditions.		=== Types of Pressure Points ===

	~~== Criticism ==~~		There are several types of pressure points, including:

	~~The concept~~ of pressure points ~~is controversial~~. ~~While it is widely accepted~~ in traditional ~~Eastern~~ medicine, ~~it is not recognized by Western medicine~~. ~~Critics argue that there is no scientific evidence~~ to ~~support~~ the ~~existence of~~ pressure points ~~or the energy channels through which they~~ are ~~supposed~~ to ~~function~~.		* '''Pain points''': These are used in martial arts to incapacitate an opponent by causing pain.
			* '''Reflex points''': Used in therapies like acupuncture to stimulate the body's natural healing processes.
			* '''Motor points''': Located where nerves enter muscles, these points can be used to control muscle movement.

			== Applications in Martial Arts ==

			In [[martial arts]], pressure points are used to gain an advantage over an opponent. Techniques involve striking, pressing, or manipulating these points to cause pain or temporary paralysis. Martial artists study the location and effects of pressure points to enhance their combat skills.

			== Applications in Medicine ==

			In [[traditional Chinese medicine]], pressure points are known as "acupoints" and are used in [[acupuncture]] and [[acupressure]] to treat various ailments. The practice involves stimulating these points to balance the body's [[Qi]] (energy flow) and promote healing.

			== Applications in Massage Therapy ==

			In [[massage therapy]], pressure points are targeted to relieve tension and improve circulation. Techniques such as [[Shiatsu]] and [[trigger point therapy]] focus on these areas to alleviate pain and stress.

			== Related Pages ==

	~~== See also ==~~
	* [[Acupuncture]]		* [[Acupuncture]]
	* [[Acupressure]]
	* [[Martial arts]]		* [[Martial arts]]
	* [[~~Traditional Chinese medicine~~]]		* [[Nervous system]]
			* [[Massage therapy]]

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'''Pressure point''' refers to an area on the human body that may produce significant pain or other effects when manipulated in a specific manner. The concept of pressure points is present in old school [[Japanese martial arts]] and is also used in the traditional medicine practices of countries like [[Japan]] and [[China]].

== Definition ==

A pressure point is a point on the body that can elicit a physiological or psychological response when pressure is applied. In [[acupuncture]] and [[acupressure]], these points are believed to be part of a network of energy channels called meridians.

== In martial arts ==

In martial arts, pressure points are used to incapacitate an opponent. The points can be exploited to cause pain, paralysis, or even death. The concept is used in various martial arts such as [[Jujitsu]], [[Aikido]], and [[Kyusho Jitsu]].

== In medicine ==

In traditional Chinese medicine, pressure points are used in the practice of [[acupuncture]] and [[acupressure]]. They are believed to be points where energy flows through the body, and manipulating these points can help to balance the body's energy and treat various health conditions.

== Criticism ==

The concept of pressure points is controversial. While it is widely accepted in traditional Eastern medicine, it is not recognized by Western medicine. Critics argue that there is no scientific evidence to support the existence of pressure points or the energy channels through which they are supposed to function.

== See also ==
* [[Acupuncture]]
* [[Acupressure]]
* [[Martial arts]]
* [[Traditional Chinese medicine]]

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