Roland Späht - 20.07.2022
Acupressure for headaches: Press yourself pain-free
Millions of people suffer from headaches every day. For some, the pain is so severe that it interferes with work, family life and social activities. While there are many medications on the market to treat headaches, they can often have unpleasant side effects.
Acupressure is a natural treatment alternative that has proven effective in relieving headaches. In this article, we will discuss the most effective acupressure points for headache relief and how to stimulate them.
Table of contents
- What is acupressure?
- Acupressure points against headache
- Relaxed neck
- Conclusion
What is acupressure?
Acupressure is a natural treatment alternative and originates from traditional Chinese medicine. It has proven to be effective in relieving headaches. It is based on the principles of acupuncture, in which needles are used to stimulate specific points on the body. In acupressure, these points are stimulated with pressure rather than needles.
There are over 400 acupressure points on the human body.
It is believed that each point is associated with a specific organ or function. Stimulating these points can help relieve pain and promote healing in that area.
Acupressure has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is a safe, non-invasive treatment with few side effects.
How does acupressure work?
Acupressure works by stimulating the nervous system and releasing endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. Endorphins are produced by the pituitary gland and act on the brain to reduce the perception of pain. In addition, acupressure can improve blood circulation and promote relaxation. When the body is relaxed, it is better able to heal itself
Acupressure points against headache
Now we come to the most important pressure points against headaches. You can find the acupressure points on the head as well as on the hand and forearm. To stimulate them properly, there are several acupressure techniques. One of the most common is to use the fingertips or thumb.
Another is to use a massage ball or special acupressure wood for acupressure on the head.
To use the fingertips, find the appropriate point. Apply gentle pressure to that point. The pressure must be greater than a touch and may create a noticeable punctual pressure.
Either apply constant pressure or massage it in light circular motions for two minutes. Repeat this twice a day until the headache subsides.
If you are using a massage ball or acupressure wood, find the point and place the ball on that point and apply pressure. Massage with the ball in a circular motion for two minutes. Repeat this also twice a day until the pain in the head subsides.
The He Gu (Di4)
The Hegu is a universal pain point and is located on the back of the hand in the bulge between the index finger and thumb. Stimulate this point with gentle pressure for two minutes until the headache subsides.
You can also do this alternately between both hands. Press the point alternately with the right and left hand for about three seconds for several minutes.
Important. Pregnant women should not use this point under any circumstances. Often the point is used in obstetrics to induce labor and strengthen contractions.
The Lique (Lu9)
The pressure points Lique LU9 is located on the inside of your arm, about four thumb widths below your wrist in a depression.
Once you find the point, press it firmly with your thumb for two to three minutes. You will feel a sense of relief from headaches or neck pain.
Yang Bai (Gb14)
The Yang Bai acupressure point (GB14) is located a thumb's width above the center of the eyebrows.
You can press both points above the eyebrows simultaneously for one to three minutes.
The Yin Tang (Gv29)
The GV29 is located between the eyebrows. Press this point with your index or middle finger for at least 30 seconds or massage it in a circular motion. Breathe in and out evenly and relaxed.
For headaches, this is one of the most effective pressure points. It helps relieve tension and pain and can be used for all types of headaches, including migraines.
The Tian Zhu (BL10)
The Tian Zhu pressure point (BL10) is located at the base of the skull. This point can be massaged with both thumbs to relieve tension headaches. 1.
Find the pressure point by placing your thumbs on both sides of the spine at the base of the skull. 2.
2. apply gentle pressure with your thumbs and massage in a circular motion.
Repeat the process several times on both sides for one to two minutes.
The Tou Qiao Yin (Gb11)
Touqiaoyin GB11 is located behind the ear at the junction of the skull and neck.
This acupressure point can also be massaged on both sides of the head for headaches to relieve the feeling of tension.
Relaxed neck
The neck can be noralgic point in headache. Often a tense neck leads to tension headaches. This is where a neck pillow can help. Not only that the stimulation of 100 points that can lead to relieve your discomfort in the neck. No, nebenbenei the two points BL10 are massaged, which brings additional relief from headaches.
Conclusion
There are a number of pressure points that can be used to relieve headaches. Each person may respond differently to different points. Therefore, it is important to experiment to find the point or points that work best for you.
It is important that you do not independently change a drug treatment plan based on acupressure. Always do this in consultation with your treating physician.
About the author
Roland Späht is the founder of BACKLAxx® and a content strategist. He had already been struggling with back pain since childhood due to scoliosis. After studying engineering, he worked in project management for years and during this time he intensively dealt with the treatment of his worsening back pain.
His goal was to fight his way out of this downward spiral of pain without medication and permanent medical treatment. In this way he found ways and means for himself that permanently relieved his pain. He is firmly convinced that everyone can find an alternative way out of pain.
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