Review of "The Acupressure Atlas" by Bernard C. Kolster, Astrid Waskowiak

According to author Bernard Kolster, MD, the goal of accupressure is regulating life energy and creating a harmonious balance in the body. It is a technique of massage that originated in China which, much like the better-known methods of accupuncture, seek to find critical energy junctions in the body and bring them into balance to help alleviate disorders. This giant paperbound book is filled with detailed photos and illustrations that will teach you the fundamentals of accupressure, with frequent references to its origins in the ancient lore of Chinese medicine. As a skeptic of homeopathy and holistic medicine, I'm not a fan of such books, but I know that western medicine is exploring these methods to see if they can be helpful. So, for those seeking relief from chronic conditions, accupressure might well be helpful and this book is a comprehensive guide for the beginner.