Start by placing the mat on a soft surface like your bed, sofa, or yoga mat. This cushions the pressure and makes it easier to ease into, especially if you’re new to acupressure.
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Lie down slowly, letting your back, shoulders, and neck settle into the mat. Place the pillow under your neck or lower back for added support in tense areas. Adjust until you’re comfortable.
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At first, you may feel a tingling or sharp sensation- that’s normal. After a few minutes, your body begins to warm, circulation improves, and your muscles start to release. Stay for 15 to 20 minutes, or longer if it feels good.
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As you get used to the sensation, you can try using the mat on firmer surfaces like the floor. This increases the pressure and deepens the benefits. You can also stand on the mat to target your feet, or sit on it during work breaks to release tension in your lower body.

1. If you’re new to acupressure, it may feel sharp or intense at first. That’s completely normal. With regular use, your body will adapt and start to crave the release.
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2. Ease into it by wearing a light shirt or placing a thin cloth between you and the mat. As your comfort builds, you can go directly on skin for deeper results
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3. Some areas only need a few minutes. Others, like your back or shoulders, may take longer. Stay as long as it feels helpful.
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4. Where it feels the most sore is often where you need it the most. That tightness is stored tension- let the mat or pillow help release it.
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5. Think of it like a stronger, more targeted foam roller. Use the Premium Pillow or sections of the Maya Mat to focus on sore muscles after workouts or long days. It gets into those hard-to-reach places and helps break up tension with no effort on your part.
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