Which therapy uses pressure on specific points to relieve symptoms, as described in the wrist band example during pregnancy?

• A. Acupressure.
• B. Acupuncture.
• C. Hydrotherapy.
• D. Massage therapy.

Answer: (A)

Acupressure relies on applying pressure to specific acupuncture points to relieve symptoms. In pregnancy, a common application is gently pressing on a point on the inner wrist (often called the P6 or Neiguan point). Wrist bands that continuously press this spot are used to help reduce nausea and vomiting without medications. The idea is that the pressure sends signals through the body's nerves and nervous system to modulate sensations like nausea, potentially affecting stomach activity and the brain’s perception of nausea.

This approach is distinct from acupuncture, which uses needles at those points to achieve a similar goal; hydrotherapy, which involves water-based treatments for relief; and massage therapy, which focuses on manipulating muscles and soft tissues rather than targeted pressure points for symptom relief.