Stop Headache Pressure Point Program Exercise 8: Foot Pressure Point (Li3)
Time: 2-3 minutes
Benefits: A major point in Chinese acupuncture and acupressure therapy for relieving and preventing liver related problems – one of which, according to Chinese medical theory, is headaches occurring in the temples and sides of your head; this point also calms you when you feel irritable or angry, and it can help relieve a hangover.
How: The point is on both feet between your first and second toes, two finger widths (the width of your index and middle finger together) up from the edge of the webbing. Place one index finger between the toes and use your other index and middle finger to measure the distance. Use your thumb or an index finger to press the point. Press till you feel no more than a comfortable pain, then hold the pressure while you knead the point in very small circular movements for 1-2 minutes. Gently release and repeat on the other foot. Or, as is shown in the video, you can locate then press both points at once.
Tips: Close your eyes and focus on the points as you press them; if the points are very tender ease off the pressure a bit.
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