Which acupuncture points are good for headaches?
Acupuncture (TCM) | Apr 28, 2024

Headaches due to various causes including unhealthy lifestyle, infections, tumors are on the raise among the human population. Acupuncture therapy is very effective and helpful in treating / managing headache which are due to unhealthy lifestyles. The most common acupuncture / acupressure points which are helpful in managing / treating headaches including migraine headache, tension headache, sinusitis are as below.

  • Liv2
  • Sp10
  • LI11
  • LI4
  • Taiyang
  • GB14
  • St8
  • GB8
  • Liv3
  • Liv8

At the same time, it is very important to note that a right diagnosis is arrived for selection of the appropriate acupuncture / acupressure points based on the imbalances which is the root cause of the headaches. It is also very important to note that these acupuncture / acupressure points are to be used under the guidance of a qualified and registered practitioner. The acupuncture / acupressure points need to be used at each one’s own risks and discretion.

Dr Gurudatta H K, BNYS, FCRSW

Founder, Anandamaya Wellness Center, Bengaluru