pressure point Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun any of several points on the body where the pulse can be felt and where pressure on an underlying artery will control bleeding from that artery at a more distal point
  2. noun where problems or difficulties are likely to occur
    • a key pressure point in the controversy was the building permit
  3. noun an area on the skin that is highly sensitive to pressure
    • you must know the pressure points in order to administer shiatsu

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