Acupoint Hegu (LI 4) For Chronic Pain In Reflexology

Acupoint Hegu (LI 4) or Large Intestine 4 is perhaps the most famous pressure point on the acupressure points chart that is widely used to treat chronic pain and various types of diseases. This point is called the union valley and is found on the fleshy joining between the thumb and index finger. This point can be activated in both hands by applying strong pressure on the point using the thumb and fingers for 1 minute.

This point helps to move the Qi and blood in the body and clears stagnation, which in turn relieves chest tightness, chest pain, heaviness, and palpitations. It also helps to boost immunity, treat TMJ problems, Headache, fever, eye problems and skin diseases. Pregnant women should not stimulate this point because it can promote labor.