Back pain is one of the most common ailment people suffer from these days. Factors like lifestyle, lack of exercise, and overworking are the underlying causes of back pain. More people are now seeking acupressure therapy for treating back pain. The back pain acupressure points boost the blood circulation and relax the tensed muscle by providing relief. This ancient method was originated in ancient China, which is a convenient way to get rid of back pain and other chronic conditions.
The most Beneficial Back Pain Acupressure Points You Need to Know
Stomach point
Also known as ‘CV6’ or ‘Sea of Energy’, stomach point helps treat backaches. Applying firm pressure to the stomach point strengthens the abdominal muscles and alleviates the lower back pain. Your stomach point is located two fingers below your navel. Apply firm pressure on the point using your index or middle finger held together.
The Lower back point
The ‘Sea of Vitality’ or lower back point, is situated on both the sides of the lower back. Located precisely above the level of your hip bones, points B23 & B47 are 2 widths & 4 widths from the spine waist level. Place both your hands on your waist and move your thumb towards the spine to locate the point, apply the pressure then.
The Hipbone point
One of the most effective back pain acupressure points, the hip bone point, or ‘Womb and Vitals’ are located on both sides of the hip bone. B48 is approximately two fingers widths from the large bony area of your spine and GB30 is midway between the top of your hip bone and the base of your buttocks. Apply gentle pressure with both the thumbs on these pressure points on each side.
The Hand point
Hand points are directly related to stress and stiffness in the back. The hand points 4GI can reduce back pain only while you’re lying down. Your hand points are located between your thumb and index finger. You need to lie down and apply pressure to this area for a few seconds and then release it. Repeat this 4-5 times & switch to the other hand.
The Knee back point
The ‘Commanding Middle’ or Knee back points are beneficial back pain acupressure points for treating stiffness in the back and knee pain. This acupressure point i.e. B53 & B54 is located at the dead center of the back of the knee cap. Sit down with your legs straight or stand up. Locate the points with your index finger or middle finger and firmly press the knee back points.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Acupressure Points
Does acupressure work for lower back pain?
Believe it or not, lower back pain is the most reported reason for people seeking acupressure. Acupressure is an effective tool for treating back pain and other chronic conditions.
Acupressure or acupuncture which is more effective?
Acupuncture involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into the skin to stimulate the points while acupressure is a painless way of stimulation and can be done by self as well as practitioners.
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Ref sources-
https://www.tower-health.co.uk/blog/5-acu-points-for-back-pain/
