This point, Large Intestine 4 is the command point of the face. It is used for many ailments but very generally it is a great point for relieving frontal headaches.
1. Locate: Large Intestine 4 is located in the middle of the second metacarpal bone, that little bone in your hand, below your index finger, on the thumb side.
2. Stimulate: Give it a good rub and visualize the energy in your head flowing down into this point in your hand. Do this on both right and left hands.
**Stimulating this point is contraindicated (forbidden) for pregnant women and that is because it is also associated with the uterus. Please always consult your primary health care provider before any treatment.
I’m pregnant and I just lightly touched this point for the photo, without applying pressure.
Macy Gutermuth says
Can I please have all of your freckles! you are too cute, mama!
Christina Warren says
That’s awesome, Macy. They’re yours! lol I always asked my dad when they’d go away since he said he had them as a kid and “grew out of them.” At 34 years old…still here! Thank you!
Bethany C says
So.. I have/had a headache right now. And I just tried this. And maybe it’s me wanting it to work, but I swear it did!! I think the part about visualizing the energy is key, because I’ve tried just pressure before and haven’t been successful.
Christina Warren says
I LOVE this! Bethany, it is SO powerful, right? Yes, the visualization is something I ask patients to do when I put the needles in. Setting an intention as you heal is part of the process. I’m so impressed with you for trying this out! XO
Rebecca says
Thanks for sharing this!!! I’ve never done any acupressure, but next time I have a headache…totally giving it a go.
Christina Warren says
Oh it’s wonderful! I hope you benefit but I hope even more that you don’t have to use it! 🙂 Thank you!
BlushandBarbells says
I love this! Thanks for these acupressure tips because I am sure I will use them.
Christina Warren says
Oh good, Wendy! Hopefully you don’t get too many headaches! This is such an easy trick! 🙂