Acupressure Massage for Laryngitis

These are the acupressure points for laryngitis. Working on these points can help you get better faster. You do not have to use all of these points. Using just one or two of them whenever you have a free hand can be effective.

Acupressure Point K1 — Yong Quan
Chinese Name: 涌泉
Location: in the depression appearing on the sole when the foot is in plantar flexion, approximately at the junction of the anterior and middle third of the sole.
Traditionally used for: heart problem, pain in the vertex, dizziness, blurred vision, sore throat, dryness of the tongue, aphonia, fevers.

Acupressure Point Thymus point
Location: beginning from the lower border of the supraclavicular fossa and extends to the upper border of the xyphoid process of the sternum.
Traditionally used for: immune disorders, low immunity, epstein-barr virus diseases, frequent colds, frequent viral infections, constant allergic reactions, long term sickness, chronic fatigue syndrome, blood disorders, spleen disorders, platelet imbalance, immature blood cell production, bone marrow diseases.

Acupressure Point CV17 — Dan Zhong
Chinese Name: 膻中
Location: on the midline of the breastbone, between the nipples, level with the 4th intercostal space. in the center of the breastbone, midway between nipples.
Traditionally used for: asthma, poor energy circulation, hiccup, pain in the chest, lactation deficiency, point to balance the energy.

Acupressure Point LU11 — Shao Shang
Chinese Name: 少 商
Location: on the radial side of the thumb, posterior to the corner of the nail.
Traditionally used for: cough, asthma, sore throat, laryngitis, nosebleed, mental fog, irritability.

Caution: You should consult with a healthcare professional before practicing Acupressure or starting any diet, exercise, Chinese herbs or other supplementation programs.

Acupressure is self-care, not a replacement for diagnosis or treatment. Stop if you feel sharp pain, numbness or dizziness. Pregnant or trying to conceive? Skip LI4, SP6, GB21, BL60 and BL67 unless your practitioner directs it. Get medical care first for chest pain, sudden weakness, fainting, heavy bleeding, or a high fever.