pressure point derive from the supposed meridian points in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Indian Ayurveda and Siddha medicine, and martial arts. They refer to areas on the human body that may produce significant pain or other effects when manipulated in a specif ...

is an area on the human body that may produce significant pain or other effects when manipulated. Pressure point may also refer to: * Pressure point (first aid), a point on the body where direct pressure is applied to constrict blood flow in the event of bleeding *

Acupuncture point Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine and a component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in which thin needles are inserted into the body. Acupuncture is a pseudoscience; the theories and practices of TCM are not based on scientif ...

, in traditional Chinese medicine * Varmam, the corresponding concept in Tamil traditional medicine and martial arts *"Reflex points", in

reflexology Reflexology, also known as zone therapy, is an alternative medical practice involving the application of pressure to specific points on the feet, ears, and hands. This is done using thumb, finger, and hand massage techniques without the use of ...

In popular culture

* ''Pressure Point'' (1962 film), starring Sidney Poitier and Bobby Darin * ''Pressure Point'' (2001 film), a Canadian film * ''Pressure Point'' (album), by Freestylers * "Pressure Point" (song), from The Zutons' 2004 album ''Who Killed...... The Zutons?'' *'' Pressure Points: Live in Concert'', a 1984 live album by progressive rock band Camel {{disambiguation