Pocket Guide to Acupressure Points for Women (The Crossing Press Pocket Series)

This small, clearly written reference book discusses why acupressure is effective. ("It began with the observation that when you are hurt, your hand instinctively moves to cover the injury.") It tells--succinctly--how to work with acupressure points, what precautions to take, and the Western and Asian views of the discipline. Sections address treatments for alleviating the suffering related to PMS, pregnancy, menopause, and aging. Forty-four anatomical drawings show the specific points for these common ailments.