Dr. Mark Sandomirsky is making waves in the medical community. The doctor has begun to recommend to his patients an unlikely treatment to relieve stress. It’s a simple technique that is proving to be effective.

Many people experience stress for a variety of reasons. Stress can even manifest as physical pain in different parts of the body. Of course, if you have some rough emotional things happening, don’t keep it all in. Let it out. This actually helps a lot. Reflexology can help as well.

There is an accupressure point on your ear that relieves stress like no other. The Chinese call it Shen Men, or “The Gate of Heaven.” They believe that putting pressure on this point brings celestial energy to your whole body. It improves your health, decreases stress, and boosts energy.

Some believe this pressure point helps relieve addiction and inflammation too.

Dr. Sandomirsky advises that you use a q-tip to gently massage the Shen Men point. Breathe deeply while you do. Then listen to your body.

When you inhale, look left. When you exhale, look right. This will quickly begin to calm your body.

It’s an interesting technique. Next time you’re feeling very stressed, give it a try.