Stop Headache Pressure Point Program Exercise 7: Hand Pressure Point
November 22, 2008 by Jack
Time: 2-3 minutes
Benefits: A major point in Chinese acupuncture and acupressure therapy; moves your qi (vital energy) and blood – according to Chinese medical theory pain is basically regarded as a blockage of qi and or blood flow; this point relieves head and face pain, e.g. headache, toothache, sinus pain.
How: The point is located on both hands, about 3-4cm (1.5 inches) in from the edge of the webbing between your thumbs and index fingers. Put your left thumb on the right hand point and your left index finger on the other (palm) side of the webbing to create a pinching technique. Squeeze and massage the point in very small circular movements for 1-2 minutes. Repeat on the other hand.
Tips: Press and knead these points anytime you have pain in your head or face; close your eyes and focus on the points as you press them.
