Natural Pain Relief

The ancients didn't open a medicine cabinet when they had aches and pains -- they relied on these proven methods of natural healing! Now you can put them to work to banish pain and restore balance to the body. Jin Shin Do is a form of acupressure which releases blocked energy or "chi." These blockages often manifest as pain, discomfort and illness. Deborah Valentine Smith, senior practitioner at this technique, shows you key acupressure points and demonstrates how to work them to rid yourself of headaches, jaw pain and much more. Reflexology works on the premise that the feet literally mirror the body. By working certain parts of the foot, you can heal the rest of the body. Elaine Hyams Koelmel, licensed massage therapist, "walks" you through the safe, simple techniques of this healing art -- which you can immediately apply to yourself or someone else. Awareness Through Breathing and Visualization with Jeanne Anselmo, Co-director of Holistic Nursing Associates in New York, is an easy guided meditation that lets you experience firsthand the powerful healing energies of relaxed breathing. Build on that with a lesson in visualization you can use anytime to encourage your body to overcome pain or illness.