Acupressure
Where it is: On the anteromedial wrist crease, in the depression radial to the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon and proximal to the pisiform.
Traditionally referenced for: Insomnia; anxiety; palpitations; poor memory; restlessness.
Caution: The ulnar artery and ulnar nerve lie adjacent to HT-7. Palpate the vessel, avoid direct puncture, and apply pressure if bleeding or bruising occurs.
Where it is: On the medial leg, immediately posterior to the medial border of the tibia, 3 cun above the prominence of the medial malleolus.
Traditionally referenced for: Menstrual irregularity; pelvic discomfort; digestive weakness; urinary difficulty; insomnia.
Caution: Traditionally contraindicated during pregnancy because it is used to influence the uterus and labour. Pregnancy evidence is mixed, so this point should not be presented for self-treatment.
Where it is: At the vertex, 5 B-cun above the anterior hairline on the midline, at the midpoint of the line connecting the two auricular apices.
Traditionally referenced for: Reference uses include vertex headache, dizziness, poor concentration, insomnia, and prolapse patterns.
Where it is: Directly below the lateral malleolus, in the hollow between its lower border and the calcaneus.
Traditionally referenced for: Reference uses include insomnia, daytime sleepiness, seizure patterns, headache, and lateral ankle pain.
Acupressure is a self-care tradition, not a substitute for assessment. Seek medical care rather than pressing points if any of the following apply:
HT-7 (Shénmén), SP-6 (Sānyīnjiāo), GV-20 (Bǎihuì), BL-62 (Shēnmài). Each point below links to its full reference page with the anatomical location and cited sources.
A common approach is firm but comfortable thumb pressure for 30 to 60 seconds per point, repeated a few times. Stop if pressure causes sharp pain, numbness, or tingling.
No. Acupressure uses finger pressure on the same point locations; acupuncture inserts needles and requires qualified training. This page describes pressure only and is not needling instruction.
No — not without qualified supervision. This combination includes points traditionally avoided in pregnancy because they are associated with uterine activity. Ask a qualified practitioner or your midwife or doctor first.
No. It is a self-care tradition, not a diagnosis or a treatment. Any symptom that is severe, persistent, or unusual for you needs medical assessment.
References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.