🌸 Which Fingers & Pressure Points to Use for Period Pain Relief

Acupressure involves using your fingers to apply gentle, firm pressure to certain points on the body. For period pain, the thumb, index, or middle fingers are usually used because they can provide controlled pressure.

1. Lower Abdomen (CV6 / Qihai Point)

  • Location: About 1.5 inches below the belly button

  • Finger to use: Index or middle finger of either hand

  • How to press: Apply gentle, circular pressure for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Relieves uterine cramps and abdominal discomfort

2. Inner Ankles (SP6 / Sanyinjiao Point)

  • Location: About 3 fingers’ width above the inner ankle bone on the inner leg

  • Finger to use: Thumb or index finger

  • How to press: Apply firm but gentle pressure for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Reduces cramping, bloating, and fatigue

3. Back Lower Spine (BL32 / Ciliao Point)

  • Location: Just above the buttocks, near the sacrum (two dimples above the buttocks crease)

  • Finger to use: Middle finger or index finger

  • How to press: Circular motion for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Eases lower back pain and pelvic discomfort

4. Web Between Thumb and Index Finger (LI4 / Hegu Point)

  • Location: The fleshy area between thumb and index finger

  • Finger to use: Opposite thumb or index finger of your hand

  • How to press: Firm pressure in a circular motion for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Helps relieve general pain and tension

💡 Tips for Effective Acupressure

  • Apply gentle but firm pressure — it should feel soothing, not painful.

  • Massage each point for 1–3 minutes while breathing deeply.

  • Can combine with heat therapy or gentle abdominal massage for extra relief.

  • Stay hydrated during and after acupressure.

✅ Summary:

  • Fingers commonly used: Thumb, index, and middle fingers

  • Key points to press: Lower abdomen, inner ankles, lower back, and the web between thumb and index finger

  • Acupressure is safe, non-invasive, and effective for reducing menstrual cramps and discomfort.

🌸 Acupressure for Period Pain Relief

1. Lower Abdomen (CV6 / Qihai Point)

  • Location: About 1.5 inches below the belly button

  • Finger to use: Index or middle finger

  • How to press: Gentle circular motion for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Reduces uterine cramps and abdominal discomfort

2. Inner Ankles (SP6 / Sanyinjiao Point)

  • Location: 3 fingers’ width above the inner ankle bone

  • Finger to use: Thumb or index finger

  • How to press: Firm, gentle pressure for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Eases cramping, bloating, and fatigue

3. Lower Back (BL32 / Ciliao Point)

  • Location: Near the sacrum, two dimples above the buttocks crease

  • Finger to use: Middle or index finger

  • How to press: Circular motion for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Relieves lower back and pelvic pain

4. Hand Web (LI4 / Hegu Point)

  • Location: Fleshy area between thumb and index finger

  • Finger to use: Opposite thumb or index finger

  • How to press: Firm circular motion for 1–2 minutes

  • Benefit: Relieves general pain and tension

💡 Tips

  • Press gently, not painfully

  • Massage each point for 1–3 minutes

  • Combine with heat therapy or gentle massage

  • Stay hydrated

✅ Bottom Line:
Using your thumb, index, or middle finger to press these acupressure points can significantly reduce menstrual cramps, bloating, and fatigue, offering natural relief without medication.

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