Acupressure therapy plays important role for treatment of diseases which
often don"t show any symptoms at earlier stages like thyroid conditions. Thyroid disorders
are common disorders of the thyroid gland.

Thyroid hormones regulate our body"s metabolism and influence virtually every
organ system in the body. They tell organs how fast or slow they should work.
Thyroid hormones also regulate the body"s consumption of oxygen and production
of heat. Thyroid problems, such as an overactive or underactive thyroid, can
severely affect metabolism.

When there is something wrong with the thyroid gland, you will be
considerably more tired, and you could put on a lot of weight, because the
metabolism can be affected. Having thyroid disorders, leads to changes in
metabolism and obesity apart from other problems. Thyroid disorders such as
hypothyroidism have been linked to weight gain in recent scientific studies. The
Thyroid hormone is an important endocrine hormone which is necessary for many
physiological functions. It is also responsible for the increasing the rate of
metabolic activity and synthesis of certain enzymes.

Hypothyroidism can be naturally cured by Yoga, Naturopathy or Acupressure but
first the diagnosis has to be confirmed by lab tests.

The thyroid is a small gland just under the skin on the front of the neck.
This gland plays a very important role in controlling the body’s metabolism and
how the body functions. It does this by producing hormones that tell the body
how fast to work and how to use energy - Unused energy turns into fat.

Thyroid hormones play a major part in creating the correct metabolic rate. If
it is not functioning properly everything slows down leading to these classic
symptoms:

The list can go on and on including many problems with the female
reproductive system including menstrual disorders, endometriosis, and breast
cancer.

Hypothyroidism is
caused by low activity of the thyroid gland, which results in the
underproduction of thyroid hormones. Because thyroid hormones initiate energy
production and are involved in governing metabolism, a deficiency can cause
fatigue followed by apathy and lethargy.

Detecting Thyroid problem using Acupressure

A great benefit of acupressure is that both detecting and cure of a disease
is done the same way. Tenderness or pain indicates thyroid problem.

Acupressure points for treatment of thyroid conditions:

* An acupressure point that can be used to help with thyroid problems
is between the center of the eyes, which stimulates pituitary function.

K 27: For the thyroid problem, you need to activate the Thyroid Points, Press
each point for about 8 - 10 times and do this for 3 times a day.

Stimulating two acupressure points that sit on the back of your
neck,( just above the vertebra that forms a bump when you tilt your head
forward) can help you release any excess energy and restore the smooth flow of
qi to your thyroid. Probe the areas on either side and just above this bony
protrusion until you find tender spots. Massage, then press and hold these
points until you feel a relaxing numbness radiating out from them. If you
haven"t worked on these points previously, it can take a few minutes before you
feel relief in this area.               

* The points near the big toe of your feet should also be pressed.

Treat thyroid problems by using acupressure with tips from a doctor of
Oriental medicine.

By learning how to stimulate your own pressure points, you can relieve minor
or moderate symptoms, and reduce the need for nonprescription drugs. Unlike most
drugs, relief is usually immediate.

Useful links and online resources:

* Dr. Michael Reed Gach is an acupressure expert and his site offers "Acupressure
therapy for thyroid conditions" It is interesting to know that his wife, who
had a hyperactive thyroid condition, healed herself over the last few years
using this holistic program.