Acupressure Points for Numbness in Legs
Acupressure is an effective natural method to help reduce numbness in legs by applying pressure to specific acupressure points on the body. The following are the commonly used acupressure points for numbness in legs 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.
Zusanli (ST36)
Zusanli, also known as Leg Three Miles, can be used to relieve numbness and tingling in the feet and legs. It is located on the outer calf, about four finger widths under the knee bone. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure.
Sanyinjiao (SP6)
Sanyinjiao, also known as Three Yin Intersection, can improve blood circulation and reduce numbness in the legs. It is located at four finger widths above the ankle, behind the inside border of the tibia. It should be pressed with the thumb for 5 minutes (6 seconds pressure and 2 seconds rest) as far as pain is tolerable.
Yanglingquan (GB34)
Yanglingquan, also known as Yang Mound Spring, can help relieve pain and numbness in the legs and knees. 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.
Fengshi (GB31)
Fengshi, also known as Wind Market, can reduce numbness in the legs. It is located at the median line on the lateral aspect of the thigh, directly below the tip of the middle finger when the arm is extended at the side of the leg. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
