On Aug. 2, dozens of well-experienced Herbal Doctors from California Alliance of Acupuncture Medicine and Several Chinese Medicine Colleges will provide free diagnosis and acuprssure.

Acupressure (a blend of "acupuncture" and "pressure") is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or with various devices.

Acupoints used in treatment may or may not be in the same area of the body as the targeted symptom. The TCM theory for the selection of such points and their effectiveness is that they work by stimulating the meridian system to bring about relief by rebalancing Yin Yang and Qi (also spelled "chi"). This theory is based on the paradigm of TCM, not that of science.

Many East Asian martial arts also make extensive study and use of acupressure for self-defense and health purposes (Chin Na, Tui Na). The points or combinations of points are said to be used to manipulate or incapacitate an opponent.