What are the acupuncture points for treating stiff neck

Although stiff neck is not a serious disease, when it occurs, the neck cannot be turned freely and there will be severe pain, which has a significant impact on our normal life and work. Therefore, many people are concerned about the acupoints for treating stiff neck, hoping to improve the situation. So, what are the acupoints for treating stiff neck? Let’s take a closer look below.

Location: The stiff neck point is on the back of the hand, between the second and third metacarpal bones, about 1 cm behind the metacarpophalangeal joint. Use your fingers to touch toward the wrist. From the end of the fingers where the bones become narrow, there is a distance of about one finger width. If you press, you will feel a strong tenderness.

Method: Use the tip of your thumb to press and knead the "stiff neck point" on the side of the stiff neck, and at the same time move the fingers of the hand being pressed to enhance the pressure sensation of the acupoint. While massaging your hands, slowly move your neck: extend your head slightly forward, and slowly retract it from the front and bottom, so that your lower jaw moves closer to the suprasternal notch. Keep your neck muscles relaxed, then gently and slowly turn your head left and right, starting with a small amplitude and gradually increasing it, and gradually straighten your neck to its normal position. The rotation should be limited to the maximum range that does not cause any pain.

Efficacy: Pain can be significantly relieved in about 5-10 minutes. This method can not only treat stiff neck, but also prevent cervical spondylosis. It can also relieve arm pain and stomach pain.

The above is an introduction to the acupoints for treating stiff neck. I think you should all understand it. Although the condition of stiff neck will gradually improve without treatment, it still has a significant impact on our lives. Learning how to massage acupoints can help us get rid of stiff neck faster. In addition, if you want to avoid being affected by stiff neck, it is best to prevent it from happening.