“What pressure points get rid of headaches?”
I have headaches and can't think straight. What pressure points get rid of headaches?
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Each headache is different and approach is individual since the root of the problem is also individual the cause and effect view different
Thank you for your question. This is difficult to say in this forum. I am not sure what is the cause of your headache, so I cant give you pressure points to treat it. You may want to get the headache checked out to get an idea of the cause of it. It is not normal to have headaches. get it checked out first, or go to see an Acupuncturist in your area to see if you can get some answers, or check with your medical doctor. Good Luck! Sincerely, Yours in Health!
The traditional point for all headaches in acupuncture is Large Intestine 4, located in the web between the thumb and index finger. The pressure has to be firm and directed inward. However, you also have to find the sources of the headache. Some headaches are triggered by dehydration, chronic stress in the jaw (ie, TMJ), eating chocolate, exposure to bright fluorescent light, etc.
Better to try acupuncture
My favorite ones are at the top of the neck into the occiput and the tops of the shoulders. There is also a point on the top of the hand between the thumb and index finger.
Have to know what caused your headaches, depending the diagnosis to have different treatment, not just the press the point by your self.
Hello!
As with all things Chinese medicine, this medicine is individualized and depends upon the reason for you having headaches which would be determined after a thorough intake and then a recommended treatment plan can be made. We would consider the location, quality/severity of pain, frequency, duration, timing, how long this has been going on, etc. as well as looking at your digestion, menstrual cycle, sleep, and other such pieces that play into chronic headaches. Acupuncture and herbal medicine is a very effective treatment for headaches and I highly encourage you visit your closest Chinese medicine practitioner.
You can certainly google acupressure points related to pain, such as LI4 Hegu, and they can be very helpful in managing pain, but if you want to get at the root cause to mitigate the pain from the source I would always recommend you see a qualified practitioner in your area.
Be well,
Jenny
As with all things Chinese medicine, this medicine is individualized and depends upon the reason for you having headaches which would be determined after a thorough intake and then a recommended treatment plan can be made. We would consider the location, quality/severity of pain, frequency, duration, timing, how long this has been going on, etc. as well as looking at your digestion, menstrual cycle, sleep, and other such pieces that play into chronic headaches. Acupuncture and herbal medicine is a very effective treatment for headaches and I highly encourage you visit your closest Chinese medicine practitioner.
You can certainly google acupressure points related to pain, such as LI4 Hegu, and they can be very helpful in managing pain, but if you want to get at the root cause to mitigate the pain from the source I would always recommend you see a qualified practitioner in your area.
Be well,
Jenny
Good-afternoon,
1. Received. Thank you.
2. The most common acupuncture pressure points to relieve the headache ie. LI4, SJ5, GB20, but headache can be caused by 5 different reasons. Your best bet is to see an acupuncture practitioner to find out the diagnosis, so the proper points can be provided.
3. If you shall have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (562)698-3008.
Thank you
Happy Thanksgiving
David
1. Received. Thank you.
2. The most common acupuncture pressure points to relieve the headache ie. LI4, SJ5, GB20, but headache can be caused by 5 different reasons. Your best bet is to see an acupuncture practitioner to find out the diagnosis, so the proper points can be provided.
3. If you shall have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (562)698-3008.
Thank you
Happy Thanksgiving
David
It is not possible to provide an acupressure points prescription without knowing the cause of the condition.
Acupuncture is much more effective than pressure points for headaches. I would suggest that you schedule an appointment with your local acupuncturist. Be well.
Acupuncture, unlike Western Medicine, does not focus on just one symptom. Instead, we look at the whole person. What are all the symptoms, what are the emotions, and what lifestyle issues are affecting the person so that we can eliminate the underlying cause of the problem? Just treating a headache is only a temporary solution and does not address why you are having headaches in the first place.
Once we know the source of the problem and not just the symptom, then we select the acupuncture points to best address the headache. To make it a little more complicated we need to know the type, location, and trigger of the headache. This also affects the treatment protocol which may include a change in diet or other changes to prevent future headaches of the same cause.
Once we know the source of the problem and not just the symptom, then we select the acupuncture points to best address the headache. To make it a little more complicated we need to know the type, location, and trigger of the headache. This also affects the treatment protocol which may include a change in diet or other changes to prevent future headaches of the same cause.
It depends what kind of headaches you have. Frontal and temporal headaches are usually related to GI problems. Lateral headaches are usually related to gall bladder. Vertex headaches are usually related to the liver. Headaches in the back can be related to many things. It would be best to see a provider and get an evaluation of your case.
there are many points for headaches. it depends on what Is causing your headaches. I encourage you to book an appointment with the practitioner of your choosing to get help
There are a number of different points but LI4 and GB21 are good ones.
There are pressure points between the webs of the index and thumb specifically used to reduce headaches, you can press on the temples, along the eyebrows, in the back of the head along the occipital ridge.
These points can get rid of headaches: LU1o,(yuji), Lu11 (saosang), LI11 (queci),LI4 ( hegu )LI6 ( pianli), ST8 (towei),TE8 ( sanyanlou), GB7,8,9,10,11,14,15 LR2,3 Tai Yang point.
Mr. Anthony James Lorenzo
Acupuncturist
Where is the pain on your head? I can't really answer this without more detail. But you could and should go buy a book on Shiatsu if you wish to treat yourself. Find a fully trained professional in Chinese medicine, possessing a master's degree AND 5+ years experience in this field. MDs, DOs, Chiropractors, and even Physical Therapists (dry needling) are able to do what looks like acupuncture (but isn't) with a couple weekends of training or less. I would NOT let any of these inadequately trained people NEAR ME. :-)
If you've already tried pressing on your temples or pressing on the web of your hand/thumb, then you'll need to seek out a practitioner for your headaches.
There is no one point for the treatment of anything in Chinese medicine. In order to even begin to give you an answer to this question, I'd need a great deal more information about your headaches. Where on your head do you feel the pain? What does the pain feel like to you? How does the headache start? If it changes/moves, how does it evolve? If these are chronic headaches, do you feel them in the same place every time or do they move around? Is there a particular time of day or a particular situation where you are most likely to experience a headache? What makes them better? What makes them worse? What other symptoms are you experiencing?
In the Chinese medical model, there are something like 5 or 6 different kinds of headache, each of which has its own treatment. For a more complete explanation of why your question is essentially un-answerable, please see this blog post: https://www.findatopdoc.com/Expert/81225813-Jeff-Rippey/Why-It-s-Difficult-to-Answer-Acupressure-Pressure-Point-Questions.
If you're interested in trying Chinese medicine to deal with your headaches, go to NCCAOM.org and use their "Find a Practitioner" look-up to get a list of local, board certified providers.
In the Chinese medical model, there are something like 5 or 6 different kinds of headache, each of which has its own treatment. For a more complete explanation of why your question is essentially un-answerable, please see this blog post: https://www.findatopdoc.com/Expert/81225813-Jeff-Rippey/Why-It-s-Difficult-to-Answer-Acupressure-Pressure-Point-Questions.
If you're interested in trying Chinese medicine to deal with your headaches, go to NCCAOM.org and use their "Find a Practitioner" look-up to get a list of local, board certified providers.
