acupressure

Definition / meaning of acupressure

The application of pressure or localized massage to specific sites on the body to control symptoms such as pain or nausea. It is a type of complementary and alternative medicine.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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