Pressure points - fighting

Are the methods of attacking vulnerable locations on the human weakest points of the body (neck, arm, back, chest, leg, etc.). If these vital points – like some times are called - are attacked, they can cause dramatic effects. By the way, here we are not going to present facts on where and how to hit in order to save your life.

In Japanese the use of vital points is generally referred to “Kyusho Jitsu” and in china ther term “Dimmak” – death touch is practiced. Both are concerned in striking a specific point in the human body to cause a destructive effect to gain a competitive edge or to apply pressure on these vital points as part of a healing process.

Activating any one of the pressure points in fighting can cause injury to the mind and body. So be aware of them and take your time in researching, understanding them as a system and proper application can be very dangerous because they can cause great harm.

If you are a Martial Art practitioner, you are encouraged to discover the hidden pressure points or vital points information within your style and expand your knowledge and effectiveness of your fighting art.

For example:

Muscle pressure points are used a lot in Tai Chi and are very effective.

In general, the knowledge of applying these techniques are hidden principles in the hand of few people that can cause a person to feel an unlock or relax the muscle you are attacking.