Acupressure points

LI4

Union Valley

Commonly used for headache

Directions

Location
Back of hand and forearmThis point is used on both sides.

In the webbing between thumb and index finger, at the highest point of the muscle when you pinch them together.

Sidedness
Use on both sides
Pressure and timing
Hold for 1–2 min. Avoid entirely during pregnancy. Use the pad of a finger or thumb and keep the pressure comfortable, never painful. Stop if it hurts, and do not press over broken, irritated, or infected skin.

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