How do I choose the right acupressure mat? 7 criteria to consider

Are you looking for the best acupressure mat to relieve your aches and pains naturally or simply to relax?

Here are 7 criteria we recommend you look at carefully when choosing from the many acupressure mats available to you.

Choosing the right acupressure mat: what should you look for?

1. The number and position of the acupressure pimples

To ensure that your acupressure session is both effective and comfortable, the acupressure points should be neither too numerous nor too widely scattered.
While too many spikes would make an acupressure mat session ineffective, too few would make it painful.

You should also ensure that the discs on which the pimples rest are evenly spaced.
This will ensure that they work evenly across the area of the body to be stimulated.

2. Dimensions of the acupressure mat

Don’t try to find the biggest possible acupressure mat, the size of your whole body, for example.
Although they do exist, they are no more effective and their practicality is more than limited.
It is more difficult to get on and off them without pain.
It’s also preferable to work on smaller areas of the body at a time.

In this case, choose a more standard-sized acupressure mat. Use shoulder width and back height as a reference point. Back pain is also one of the main reasons for buying an acupressure mat.
8/10 users of Climsom Zen acupressure mats have used them to relieve their back pain.

3. The material used for the acupressure points

The most commonly used material for acupressure points is plastic.
We advise you, if the information is available, to opt for non-recycled plastic spikes.
Although it may seem crazy when you’re careful about what you buy, recycled plastic is often weakened. There is a risk that it will break and become sharp.

4. The fabric of the acupressure cover

Would you like to choose an acupressure mat to relieve your aches and pains using a natural method?
What if you went the whole hog and opted for a mat with a natural fabric too?

You’ll find acupressure mats with covers made from organic linen or cotton, for example.
One thing that can easily help you is the colour of the fabric! A coloured cover will certainly be less natural because of the dye used.
These materials are sturdier than synthetic fabrics and will also help your acupressure mat to last over time.

5. The filling of the acupressure mat

A very important point that defines the effectiveness, longevity and comfort of the acupressure mat: its inner mattress!
There are two aspects of the padding to consider:

• Its thickness
  The padding on an acupressure mat should be neither too thin nor too thick.
  An acupressure mat that is too thin will be painful, especially if you want to do your sessions on the floor. You can also do your acupressure session on your bed, for example.
  A mat that is too thick will be less effective, the aim being for the acupressure points to exert sufficient pressure on the body to stimulate it.
  
  
• Its material
  To ensure the longevity of your acupressure mat, we advise you to avoid synthetic foams which will settle or deform with use.
  Some acupressure mats are made from 100% organic materials, for the most natural solution possible!

As with any purchase, and particularly on the Internet, beware of the seller!

6. Where is the carpet shipped from? How long does delivery take?

If you find the mat of your choice on a website, we recommend that you take a close look at the seller’s website to find out where the company is based and where the products are shipped from.
Many of the acupressure mats available on the market are shipped directly from their country of manufacture.
As the vast majority of mats are manufactured in China, this extends your delivery time.

7. Does the seller have a contact in Europe?

Need more information about the acupressure mat you’ve found?
Choose a salesperson who is easy to contact (e-mail address or telephone number displayed), and who will be able to advise you personally.

You now have all you need to choose the acupressure mat that’s right for you.
You can then enjoy beneficial sessions to relieve pain, relieve stress or fall asleep more quickly thanks to intense relaxation: the benefits of acupressure mats are quite incredible. In fact, we’ve conducted a survey to find out more about the real use of acupressure mats, gathering the experiences of those who have actually used them and have first-hand experience of acupressure mats.

What are the benefits of an acupressure mat?

The vast majority of people who use acupressure mats do so to reduce or eliminate persistent pain. Among these, back pain is the most common, as well as joint and muscle pain. Others use it to find sleep or improve the quality of their night’s sleep.

Is acupressure a solution to chronic back pain? That’s what the results of our major survey on acupressure suggest. Acupressure will reactivate blood circulation, which will help to eliminate toxins and supply nutrients and oxygen to the vertebrae. Pressure between the vertebrae is reduced and the vertebral discs are better hydrated. Not to mention the production of endorphins, which will give you a feeling of general well-being and immediate relaxation.

20% of users have reduced the amount of medication they take by using the acupressure mat!

Pain linked to osteoarthritis? Arthritis? Rheumatism? In contact with the body, the acupressure points encourage micro-circulation of the blood and lead to the immediate release of endorphins, natural painkillers and relaxants, and oxytocin, natural anxiolytics with a soothing effect.

Heavy legs? By placing the acupressure mat under the legs, it will stimulate each part of the leg and improve lymphatic drainage: a natural remedy for venous insufficiency.

Acupressure also helps to reduce stress. Time stands still on your mat, and you benefit from the relaxing effects of the secretion of endorphins and oxytocin, the hormones of well-being and natural anxiolytics. More relaxed, you’ll also improve the quality of your sleep and the time it takes you to fall asleep!

The benefits of the acupressure mat no doubt explain the incredible 97% satisfaction rate among Climsom Zen acupressure mat users!

How do I use an acupressure mat?

You can place the mat on the floor, on a sofa or on a bed. If this is your first acupressure session, you should be aware that the contact between the spikes on the acupressure mat and your body will be felt more keenly on a hard surface. We therefore recommend that you unfold the acupressure mat on your bed.

Bare skin? It’s up to you. Just remember that the more contact your body has with the mat, the more beneficial the session will be. But if you’re just starting out, you can keep a light T-shirt on or cover your mat with a thin cloth such as a sarong or fouta.

Next, lie down so that your acupressure mat is positioned between your shoulder blades and tailbone.

Close your eyes and concentrate on your breathing. Breathing in and out will release tension and relax you. Gradually, you will feel a gentle warmth that will contribute to your well-being.

It’s not always easy to relax when you first touch the mat. This is normal: it’s a completely new sensation for the body, which has to get used to it. But don’t worry, it happens gradually, and very often even after the first session: we know people who were reluctant at first, but who ended up falling asleep on the mat because of the action of the pimples on their skin!

Do you have other questions about how to use it? When to use it? How often? How long should the session last? It’s all here: how to use an acupressure mat.