[header] How to use acupressure to induce labour [title] Familiarize yourself with the concept of acupressure. [step] Acupressure is a therapy developed over 5 , 000 years ago in asia that is important in chinese medicine. It uses specific finger placement and pressure along pivotal points on the body. 
Acupressure most commonly uses the fingers, especially the thumbs, to massage, rub, and stimulate the pressure points. However, elbows, knees, legs, and feet can also be used.