Acupressure mat and pillow uses small plastic tips to stimulate the body´s pressure points it works similar to acupuncture, but without the use of needles when the body´s pressure points are stimulated, muscle tension is released while blood circulation in the area is improved, promoting total relaxation and well-being ideal for: relief of back and neck pain improving the quality of sleep reducing anxiety and stress can help relieve pain and stiffness throughout the body and promote relaxation The BEPER acupressure mat and pillow are designed to achieve similar results to acupressure massage, often used in traditional Chinese medicine. This acupressure mat and pillow set has several hundred plastic ridges on its surface that apply pressure to many acupressure points on the back, neck, head, arms or legs. Many individuals are now using acupressure pads to relieve back pain and headaches.