{"id":49172,"date":"2023-02-22T13:54:10","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T13:54:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=49172"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"pressure-points-for-headaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Find and Stimulate the Right Pressure Points For Headache Relief?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#How_Do_Pressure_Points_Work_for_Headaches\" >How Do Pressure Points Work for Headaches?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#How_to_Find_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\" >How to Find Pressure Points for Headaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Feet\" >Pressure Points for Headaches on Feet\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Moving_PointLV2Xingjian\" >Moving Point\/LV2\/Xingjian<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Great_SurgeLV3Tai_Chong\" >Great Surge\/LV3\/Tai Chong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Above_TearsGB41Zulinqi\" >Above Tears\/GB41\/Zulinqi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Hands\" >Pressure Points for Headaches on Hands\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Union_ValleyL14Hegu\" >Union Valley\/L14\/Hegu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Triple_Energizer_3TE3Zhong_Zhu\" >Triple Energizer 3\/TE3\/Zhong Zhu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Inner_GateP6Neiguan\" >Inner Gate\/P6\/Neiguan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Ears\" >Pressure Points for Headaches on Ears<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Ear_GateSJ21Ermen\" >Ear Gate\/SJ21\/Ermen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Ear_ApexHN6Erjian\" >Ear Apex\/HN6\/Erjian<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Daith\" >Daith<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Neck\" >Pressure Points for Headaches on Neck<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Wind_PoolGates_of_ConsciousnessGB20Fengchi\" >Wind Pool\/Gates of Consciousness\/GB20\/Fengchi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Great_HammerGV14Dazhui\" >Great Hammer\/GV14\/Dazhui<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Heavenly_Pillar_Celestial_PillarGV16Tian_Zhu\" >Heavenly Pillar\/ Celestial Pillar\/GV16\/Tian Zhu<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Face_and_Scalp\" >Pressure Points for Headaches on Face and Scalp<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Wind_MansionGV16Feng_Fu\" >Wind Mansion\/GV16\/Feng Fu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Hundred_ConvergencesGV20Bai_Hui\" >Hundred Convergences\/GV20\/Bai Hui<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Third_EyeGV245Yintang\" >Third Eye\/GV24.5\/Yintang<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Behind_the_VertexGV19Hou_Ding\" >Behind the Vertex\/GV19\/Hou Ding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Unyielding_SpaceGV18Qian_Jian\" >Unyielding Space\/GV18\/Qian Jian<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Brains_DoorGV17Nao_Hu\" >Brain&#8217;s Door\/GV17\/Nao Hu<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#How_to_Stimulate_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\" >How to Stimulate Pressure Points for Headaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Tools_That_May_Help_Stimulate_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\" >Tools That May Help Stimulate Pressure Points for Headaches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Acupressure_Mat\" >Acupressure Mat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Acupressure_Roller\" >Acupressure Roller<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Acupressure_Rings\" >Acupressure Rings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Acupressure_Massage_Balls\" >Acupressure Massage Balls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Acupressure_Slippers\" >Acupressure Slippers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pressure-points-for-headaches\/#Contraindications_for_Pressure_Point_Therapy\" >Contraindications for Pressure Point Therapy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a headache that just won&#8217;t go away? Are the painkillers and home remedies not doing the trick? It may be time to try something different.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches can be caused by many things, from stress to dehydration or even an underlying medical condition. But one thing is for sure: no matter what&#8217;s causing your headache, finding relief is the top priority.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are natural ways to reduce your headache pain without resorting to medication or other invasive treatments. You may want to consider a technique known as pressure point therapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressure point therapy is a type of massage that targets specific areas of your body to reduce stress, promote relaxation and relieve pain. In particular, it can be used to help ease the symptoms of headaches by targeting certain pressure points found in the head, neck, or shoulders (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23415783\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s explore where these pressure points are located, the correct way to stimulate them, and how to use them to reduce your headache pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Pressure_Points_Work_for_Headaches\"><\/span><strong>How Do Pressure Points Work for Headaches?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressure points for headaches, or any type of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/myofascial-release-creams-and-oils\/\">pain relief<\/a>, work on the principles of reflexology.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reflexology is a holistic healing technique that has been used in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sound-therapy\/\">traditional medical practices<\/a> for centuries. It is based on the principle of applying pressure to specific areas of the feet, hands and ears that are believed to correspond to specific organs and systems in the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4624523\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When pressure is applied to these reflex points, it is thought to stimulate the body\u2019s natural healing process and improve overall well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reflexology can be used as a treatment for various conditions such as headaches, stress, insomnia and even digestive issues. It is a non-invasive method of treatment that has no known side effects (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4624523\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The origins of reflexology can be traced back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Indian cultures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the technique first came to the West in the early 1900s, it was known as \u201czone therapy\u201d. It wasn\u2019t until the mid-1930s when two American physicians, Dr. William Fitzgerald and Eunice Ingham, developed the modern version of reflexology which they called \u201creflex zone therapy\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research on the efficacy of reflexology is still limited, with most studies showing mixed results. However, many people who have experienced the benefits of reflexology often report feeling relieving effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since reflexology is a safe and non-invasive technique, it can be used as an alternative or complementary treatment to conventional medicine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\"><\/span><strong>How to Find Pressure Points for Headaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At first glance, it may seem difficult to locate the pressure points for headache relief. But once you understand where they are, it\u2019s actually quite simple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve divided the pressure points into five main categories based on the area of your body they are found in; the feet, hands, ears, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-wheel-benefits\/\">neck<\/a>, and shoulders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/acupressure-mat\/\">Pain Relief Without A Pill: All About Acupressure Mats And How They Work<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38776\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5779-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Pressure points for headaches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5779.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5779-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5779.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5779.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Feet\"><\/span><strong>Pressure Points for Headaches on Feet\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An unlikely area to target for symptomatic relief of headaches may be the feet. There are several reflex points located in this area that are believed to help reduce pain:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_PointLV2Xingjian\"><\/span><strong>Moving Point\/LV2\/Xingjian<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the top of your foot, in between the big toe and the second toe. Applying pressure to this spot is believed to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/\">alleviate pain<\/a> from both headaches and migraines (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3135375\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Great_SurgeLV3Tai_Chong\"><\/span><strong>Great Surge\/LV3\/Tai Chong<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is also located in between the big and second toe but further down by 1-2 inches. Applying pressure to this area is believed to relieve headaches, ease anxiety and improve sleep quality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7979293\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Above_TearsGB41Zulinqi\"><\/span><strong>Above Tears\/GB41\/Zulinqi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located between the fourth and fifth toes, slightly away from the webbing. It is believed to be effective in relieving headaches and reducing migraine frequency (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9434305\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Hands\"><\/span><strong>Pressure Points for Headaches on Hands\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hands are another area where pressure points may be found for headache relief.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_ValleyL14Hegu\"><\/span><strong>Union Valley\/L14\/Hegu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the back of your hand, in between the thumb and index finger. Stimulating this pressure point is believed to help <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/upper-spine-stretches\/\">relieve<\/a> headaches and neck stiffness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7979293\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Triple_Energizer_3TE3Zhong_Zhu\"><\/span><strong>Triple Energizer 3\/TE3\/Zhong Zhu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located between the pinky and ring finger, where the knuckles meet. Stimulating this area is believed to help reduce sinus headaches and facial pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9643721\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inner_GateP6Neiguan\"><\/span><strong>Inner Gate\/P6\/Neiguan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the inner arm, three finger widths away from the wrist crease. Applying pressure to this area is believed to help reduce headaches, nausea, and vomiting (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9643721\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Ears\"><\/span><strong>Pressure Points for Headaches on Ears<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ears contain many reflex points that may be targeted to help relieve headaches. Below are some ear pressure points for headache relief (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1744388118300999\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ear_GateSJ21Ermen\"><\/span><strong>Ear Gate\/SJ21\/Ermen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the upper part of the ear where the ear meets the head. Applying pressure to this point is believed to help reduce pain from headaches and migraines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ear_ApexHN6Erjian\"><\/span><strong>Ear Apex\/HN6\/Erjian<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located at the highest peak of the ear (the apex). Applying pressure to this area is believed to reduce pain from headaches and swelling around the eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daith\"><\/span><strong>Daith<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the inner ear, just above the tragus. Applying pressure to this area is believed to relieve pain from migraines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\" rel=\"noopener\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38748\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5877-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Pressure points for headaches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5877.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5877-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5877.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5877.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Neck\"><\/span><strong>Pressure Points for Headaches on Neck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The neck is one of the most common areas where tension headaches can be felt. Below are some pressure points that may help relieve neck tension (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcmi.com\/Acupuncture-Continuing-Education-News\/2179-acupuncture-headache-relief-biomarkers-confirmed\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wind_PoolGates_of_ConsciousnessGB20Fengchi\"><\/span><strong>Wind Pool\/Gates of Consciousness\/GB20\/Fengchi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the back of your neck, in between the base of your skull and your shoulders. Applying pressure to this area is believed to help reduce tension headaches and neck stiffness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Great_HammerGV14Dazhui\"><\/span><strong>Great Hammer\/GV14\/Dazhui<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located at the nape of the neck, where the depression or hollow is. Stimulating this area is believed to help reduce pain from headaches and neck stiffness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heavenly_Pillar_Celestial_PillarGV16Tian_Zhu\"><\/span><strong>Heavenly Pillar\/ Celestial Pillar\/GV16\/Tian Zhu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located just below the base of your skull. It&#8217;s on either side of your neck, where you&#8217;d grip your neck to massage it. Applying pressure to this area is believed to help reduce pain from tension headaches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Points_for_Headaches_on_Face_and_Scalp\"><\/span><strong>Pressure Points for Headaches on Face and Scalp<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scalp is a sensitive area that may be targeted to help relieve headaches. Below are some pressure points that may help reduce headache pain:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wind_MansionGV16Feng_Fu\"><\/span><strong>Wind Mansion\/GV16\/Feng Fu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the back of your skull, at the top. Stimulating this point is believed to help reduce pain from headaches, dizziness, stiff neck, and nasal congestion (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26054206\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hundred_ConvergencesGV20Bai_Hui\"><\/span><strong>Hundred Convergences\/GV20\/Bai Hui<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located on the top of your head, where the skull meets the scalp. Stimulating this area is believed to help reduce pain from headaches and improve mental clarity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3135375\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-massage-balls\/\">7 Amazing Benefits Of Yoga Massage Balls (For Mind And Body)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Third_EyeGV245Yintang\"><\/span><strong>Third Eye\/GV24.5\/Yintang<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located between the eyebrows, the area known as the \u201cthird eye\u201d. Applying pressure to this area is believed to help reduce pain from headaches and improve mental clarity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5908420\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Behind_the_VertexGV19Hou_Ding\"><\/span><strong>Behind the Vertex\/GV19\/Hou Ding<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located at the top of the head, in the middle. Stimulating this point is believed to help reduce pain from headaches, vertigo, and dizziness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7979293\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unyielding_SpaceGV18Qian_Jian\"><\/span><strong>Unyielding Space\/GV18\/Qian Jian<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This spot is located at the back of the skull, just above the neck. Stimulating this area is believed to help reduce pain from headaches and eyestrain. It&#8217;s also believed to relieve stiff necks and blurred vision (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8377366\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brains_DoorGV17Nao_Hu\"><\/span><strong>Brain&#8217;s Door\/GV17\/Nao Hu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This point is located at the base of the skull, near the neck. Applying pressure to this area is believed to relieve heaviness of the head, neck pain, and headaches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8377366\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38732\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5812-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Pressure points for headaches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5812.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5812-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5812.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-5812.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Stimulate_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\"><\/span><strong>How to Stimulate Pressure Points for Headaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You won&#8217;t always have to see a professional to stimulate the pressure points for headaches. To effectively do it yourself, follow these general guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate the pressure point (s).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently massage the point (s) using your thumb or index finger in a circular motion for several minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press firmly but gently. Do not apply too much pressure, as this could cause pain or discomfort.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may experience a slight tingling sensation as the pressure point is being stimulated.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe deeply and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yin-yoga-poses\/\">relax your body<\/a> during the massage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat the massage as necessary, without overdoing it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are still experiencing headaches or pain, seek medical advice from a healthcare professional.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\" rel=\"noopener\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools_That_May_Help_Stimulate_Pressure_Points_for_Headaches\"><\/span><strong>Tools That May Help Stimulate Pressure Points for Headaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you would like to further explore the use of pressure points to relieve headaches, there are various tools that may help. Here are some of the most common tools to stimulate pressure points for headaches:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acupressure_Mat\"><\/span><strong>Acupressure Mat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An acupressure mat is a tool used for self-massage. It&#8217;s made of thousands of tiny, plastic spikes that press against the body when you lie down on it. It targets certain pressure points to help relieve tension, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-headaches\/\">headaches<\/a>, and other ailments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acupressure_Roller\"><\/span><strong>Acupressure Roller<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An acupressure roller is a handheld tool used to massage pressure points. It&#8217;s made of two rotating cylinders, with spikes on the inside. You roll it along your skin to stimulate pressure points and massage away tension in the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acupressure_Rings\"><\/span><strong>Acupressure Rings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acupressure rings are small, circular devices worn on the fingers. They contain magnets and other materials that stimulate pressure points to help relieve pains and other ailments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acupressure_Massage_Balls\"><\/span><strong>Acupressure Massage Balls<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These balls are great for massaging pressure points. They are usually made of metal or hard plastic and can be used to massage away tension in the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acupressure_Slippers\"><\/span><strong>Acupressure Slippers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acupressure slippers have spikes or protrusions on the sole. When you walk in them, they target certain pressure points on your feet to help relieve pain and tension.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Pressure_Points_For_Headaches\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contraindications_for_Pressure_Point_Therapy\"><\/span><strong>Contraindications for Pressure Point Therapy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with any type of therapy, there are certain contraindications that should be taken into consideration before beginning a pressure point session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to consult with a qualified reflexologist or health care provider before undergoing any kind of treatment, especially if you are pregnant or have any underlying medical conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, some people may be more sensitive to pressure points than others. If you experience any pain or discomfort during a session, it is important to stop and let the reflexologist know. If the pressure is too intense or uncomfortable, you can always ask for a less intense massage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, it is important to note that pressure point therapy should not be used as a substitute for medical care. While this type of therapy can be helpful in reducing pain, it should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a headache that just won&#8217;t go away? Are the painkillers and home remedies not doing the trick? It may be time to try something different.\u00a0 Headaches can be caused by many things, from stress to dehydration or even an underlying medical condition. 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