Acupressure Points for Lower Back Pain
Acupressure is an effective natural method to help reduce lower back pain by applying pressure to specific acupressure points on the body. The following are the commonly used acupressure points to reduce lower back pain that you can do on your own. Instead of using your fingers, you can also use a tool called an acupressure pen, which is a pen-like tool with a small rounded end. Once you master this simple self-care technique, you can use it anytime and anywhere.
Qihai (CV6)
Qihai, also known as Sea of Qi, can be used to reduce lower back pain. It is located about 1.5 inches below the belly button. It is an important point for balancing the body’s energy. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
Yanglao (SI6)
Yanglao, also known as Nourishing the Old, is often used to relieve back pain. It is located on the dorsal aspect of the head of the ulna. Use your thumb and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with thumb.
Kunlun (BL60)
Kunlun is an acupressure point that can reduce lower back pain. It is located in a depression midway between the tip of the lateral malleolus and the outer edge of the achilles tendon. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
Yanglingquan (GB34)
Yanglingquan, also known as Yang Mound Spring, can be used to reduce lower back pain. It is located on the lateral aspect of the lower leg, in the depression anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
