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Hi there!
I am a big fan of pressure points, and I use them very often. So I created this for you to get to know more about them and what other people think about pressure points!

Feel free to write anything you like about them on this web! ;)

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My psychologist recommended physiotherapy to me since I suffer from anxiety. I did it, and she said that I should use pressure points. They didn't work the first time, but they worked the second time! Now, whenever I'm anxious, I use them, and it really helps me to calm down.

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My initial opinion was that this would not help people at all, but I tried it out anyway, and I now use it quite frequently.

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I get dizzy very often and any doctor can solve it completely. Also, I am trying to find a cheaper solution to reduce this problem because my pocket is starting to hurt. I found out about pressure points while scrolling through TikTok, which has been a great help.

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This is not real.
I don't even need to try it because I know for fact that it's fake.  How can touching a specific place help you to reduce anxiety or some type of pain?! It just don't make any sense.

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I'm a physiotherapist and I use them very often. A tip that I would like to give to all of you is that when you're activating any point, breathe slowly and relax yourself.

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I'm very interested about this 'cause I have anxiety and I didn't know how to calm myself. I've found a page w some points to relieve anxiety.

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Acupressure, a type of alternative medicine, may complement other treatments to ease anxiety. Several acupressure points for anxiety may offer relief, including areas on the hands and face.

Doctors consider acupressure a form of alternative medicine, and although it is a newer form of treatment in Western cultures, it has been part of Chinese medicine for centuries. While some research supports acupressure for anxiety, more research is the only way to prove its effectiveness.

The right pressure point depends on the type of anxiety a person feels. Some potentially effective acupressure points for anxiety include:

1. Shen Men (HT7)

Shen Men is a popular wrist acupuncture spot. Shen Men may help with:

Massage the spot for a minute at times of stress or before going to sleep.

2. Yin Tang (EXHN3)

Yin Tang, which is above the nose at the exact midpoint between the two eyebrows, can help relieve general anxiety. Acupressure practitioners also say that it can help with anxiety-related symptoms such as:

Activate this point by massaging the area in slow, circular motions for up to 5 minutes.

3. Hegu (LI4)

To find the , locate the webbed area between the thumb and index finger. Then move the fingers slightly down so that they are between the base of the thumb and index finger. Acupressure devotees say that Hegu can help with:

Apply firm, circular pressure with the thumb for up to 5 minutes. Massage the point on both hands.

4. Great Abyss (LU9)

To find the Great Abyss point, extend the arm slightly out and turn the palm up. At the side of the wrist nearest the thumb, look for a slight indent very near the edge of the wrist. Proponents say that this point can help with , including some physical anxiety symptoms, such as:

Gently massage the point in a slow, circular motion for about a minute. Repeat on the other wrist.

If a person is experiencing frequent chest pain, they should speak to a doctor. If the chest pain and heart palpitations are severe, and the person feels nauseated and dizzy, immediate medical help is necessary, as they could be experiencing a heart attack.
Learn more about the symptoms of a heart attack here.
5. Shou San Li (LI10)

Acupressure proponents say that Shou San Li affects energy flow to the large intestine. Applying pressure to this point may help ease a range of anxiety symptoms, including:

To find it, position two fingers horizontally directly below the outer elbow while bending the joint to about 90 degrees. Massage gently for 4-5 seconds.

6. Governor Vessel (DU20)

The Governor Vessel point sits on the top of the head. Practitioners say that it can help with many types of anxiety, including existential anxiety, and several anxiety symptoms, such as:

To find it, look for the exact center of the top of the head. Gently massage for a few seconds, gradually working up to longer massages.

Acupressure and its cousin acupuncture have played an important role in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Practitioners believe that many illnesses occur when the body's qi, or natural energy, gets out of balance. Activating certain pressure points on the body can help rebalance that energy, restoring health.

Scientists have only recently begun testing acupressure. Many studies on the practice are small or poorly designed, making it difficult to draw reliable conclusions. Without more data, it is impossible to know how well acupressure works, and it is unwise to use it as a substitute for standard medical care.

However, preliminary research on acupressure suggests that it may help. Doctors have not found any evidence to suggest that acupressure interacts with other medical treatments, making it a safe option to use alongside medication, therapy, and other remedies.

A handful of studies suggest that acupressure may work for anxiety.

In a involving people with cancer and anxiety, researchers gave real acupressure to 27 participants, fake acupressure to 28 participants, and no additional treatment to the remaining 30.

After treatment, the group who received real acupressure treatment had lower reported anxiety. Acupressure did not, however, lower covert anxiety - anxiety of which a person might not be consciously aware.

A 2012 clinical trial assessed the ability of acupressure to ease anxiety relating to surgery. The researchers gave 35 participants acupressure, then administered fake acupressure to an additional 35 patients. Both groups reported reductions in anxiety.

However, the anxiety reduction was larger in the group that had real acupressure. Moreover, that group had small but statistically significant improvements in physical measures of anxiety, such as heart rate and respiratory rate.

A 2015 study assessed the effects of acupressure on overall emotional well-being in people undergoing dialysis. The researchers looked at anxiety, stress, depression, and general emotional distress in 54 people whom they gave acupressure and 54 individuals who had only their usual treatment. Those who received acupressure experienced a reduction in depression and stress, and an increase in their psychological well-being.

A 2018 review examined several acupressure studies to investigate the effects of acupressure on people's well-being. Overall, the researchers found that both acupressure and sham acupressure reduced anxiety, suggesting some placebo effect. However, real acupressure was more effective, which means that the placebo effect alone cannot explain the benefits of acupressure.

While acupressure may help some people with anxiety, researchers have thoroughly tested many other interventions. Some strategies that may help include:

Therapy: Therapy can help a person identify effective strategies for managing their anxiety, controlling automatic negative thoughts, and coping with trauma. The state board of health can confirm all licensed therapists in a person's state.

Medication: Some people may find that medications help. Fast-acting anti-anxiety medications can ease symptoms of panic, while antidepressants may help people with chronic anxiety and anxiety relating to depression.

Alternative medicine: In addition to acupressure, some people report relief from other complementary approaches, such as massage, acupuncture, or chiropractic care. It is important that people seek a practitioner licensed in their state.

While alternative and home remedies can sometimes ease anxiety, chronic anxiety can be debilitating. It is also highly treatable. A person should see a doctor if:

anxiety is chronic or severe enough to interfere with daily life

home or alternative remedies do not work

a person does not get relief from therapy

a person experiences side effects associated with medication, or medication does not work

a person experiences thoughts of suicide or self-harm

Anxiety can be a brief annoyance or a chronic medical condition. People with anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), may struggle with anxiety over the long term.

Although this can be frustrating, anxiety does respond to treatment. A person can work with a trusted medical provider and experiment with various treatment options to get the best results.

Anxiety can feel overwhelming and, sometimes, insurmountable. With the right treatment, though, a person can overcome their anxiety. They can talk to a doctor or mental health professional about treatment options.

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Pictures of 6 pressure points that alleviate anxiety

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Acupressure, a type of alternative medicine, may complement other treatments to ease anxiety. Several acupressure points for anxiety may offer relief, including areas on the hands and face. Doctors consider acupressure a form of alternative medicine, and although it is a newer form of treatment in Western cultures, it has been part of Chinese medicine for centuries.

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After these exercises, I feel better. I've been doing some of these on a regular basis for a while now. I thought each has to be 30 seconds. But apparently four seconds works just fine!

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Growing up, I always had headaches. Sitting in a dark, silent room is the only way out. Then I started working out and discovered what controls blood sugar and how it affects our daily lives. I also discovered pressure points, now I cannot remember my last headache!

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I was suffering with headache my whole life. After using pressure points,  I feel fresh as a daisy now! Believe me guys, it really works…

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I use acupressure to heal myself for literally EVERYTHING. You guys cannot imagine the relief that it's for me doing it and actually calming my headaches or my stress!

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Gently press on part of the hand between the thumb and index finger, rub the back of the neck gently, and gently press and release the temples (not too hard or too long), this will help me get rid of the headache.

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Also, if you have a nasal congestion, try touching the bridge and sides of the nose. I discovered this as a kid and it works! Do this for about 10 seconds, then wait. After a minute, you will be able to breathe freely!