Acupressure Points for Relieving PMS, Cramps and Menstrual Discomfort

There are the acupressure points for relieving PMS, Cramps and Menstrual Discomfort. Working on these points can help you get better quicker. 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.

Points (A) — Mansion Cottage
Location: In the pelvic area, in the middle of the crease where the leg joins the trunk of the body. Traditionally used for: Very important points for releasing menstrual discomforts, cramps and abdominal discomfort.

Points (B) — Rushing Door
Location: In the pelvic area, in the middle of the crease where the leg joins the trunk of the body. Traditionally used for: Very important points for releasing menstrual discomforts, cramps and abdominal discomfort.

Points (C) — Sea of Energy
Location: Two finger widths below the belly button. Traditionally used for: Relieves PMS, menstrual cramps, reproductive problems, irregular vaginal discharge, irregular periods, constipation that increases menstrual pain.

Points (D) — Gate Origin
Location: Four finger widths below the belly button. Traditionally used for: Relieves menstrual cramps, reproductive problems, irregular vaginal discharge, irregular menstrual periods, incontinence.

Points (E) — Sacral Points
Location: The acupressure points are on the sacrum (at the base of the spine directly above the tall bone) Traditionally used for: help relieve menstrual cramps and lower-back pain. Two minutes of steady, firm pressure on these sacral points – by lying down on your back with your hands, one on top of the other, under the base of the spine helps relax the uterus and relieve menstrual cramps.

Points (F) — Womb and Vitals
Location: One to two finger widths outside the sacrum (the large bony area at the base of the spine) and midway between the top of the hipbone and the base of the buttocks. Traditionally used for: Relieves pelvic tension, PMS, menstrual cramps, urinary problems.

Points (G) — Three Yin Crossing
Caution: Do not stimulate this point during the eighth and ninth months of pregnancy.
Location: Four finger widths above the inner anklebone close to the back of the shinbone. Traditionally used for: Relieves water retention, menstrual cramps, irregular vaginal discharge, genital pain.

Points (H) — Grandfather Grandson
Location: In the upper arch of the foot, one thumb width from the ball of the foot. Traditionally used for: Relieves PMS, bloating, menstrual and abdominal cramps.

Caution: If you have a serious illness, or life-threatening illness such as heart disease, or cancer, please consult with your physician before practicing Acupressure.

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.