The Effect of Acupressure Coconut Cushion For Relieve Backache

Abstract

                                                                                                               Abstract

           The aim of this survey research is promoting health behavior by develop acupressure coconut cushion made from local materials for relieve backache caused by working in the same position for a long time including heavy-duty bearing. The sampling groups were male and female aged 25-45 years old who have a backache. The instrument was numerical rating scales (NRS) recorded before and after using acupressure coconut cushion for relieve backache and likert rating scales 5 level. These data were analyzed using average and percentage. The findings indicated lower levels of pain after using acupressure coconut cushion for relieve backache and healthcare consumers satisfied with this model.

           Suggestions : The next making acupressure coconut cushion can develop this model to the choice for the interested persons to health care promoting in primary relieve backache.

Keywords: Pain, Acupressure