Effects of Acupressure Strength on Muscle Hardness

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to determine the effects acupressure strength on muscle hardness. [Participants and Methods] Both legs 21 healthy adult males (n=42) were investigated in study. Acupressure strengths 2, 4, 6, 8 kg (equivalent 830, 1440, 1990, 2230 g/cm2, respectively) applied tibialis anterior each leg for 60 s. point at 25% length lower from inferior edge patella. Muscle hardness measured using a meter 3 cm away it before, 10 s 5 min after acupressure. [Results] At both points, (at min) significantly than before 2 or more. However, there no difference nor magnitude change among different strengths. [Conclusion] can be effectively reduced an kg.