Acupoints for Neck Muscle Tension
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HX13Helix 4
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🗺️ Meridian: Auricular Points
🇨🇳 Chinese: 耳輪4 (ěr lún 4)
🎯 Location: On both ears, the fourth of the six equally divided sections from the lower border of the Helix nodule to the bottom of the Helix.
⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.
🛡️ Treats: toothache, tmj, fibromyalgia, middle backache, neck muscle tension
POS12Triangle Area of Cervical Vertebra
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🗺️ Meridian: Auricular Points
🇨🇳 Chinese: 頸後三角區 (jǐng hòu sān jiǎo qū)
🎯 Location: Formed by these points on the posterior of the auricle: C3-4, C6-7, and Large Auricular Nerve Posterior
⚠️ Cautions: Caution near vertebral artery.
🛡️ Treats: upper back and shoulder pain, fibromyalgia, neck muscle tension, periarthritis of shoulder, strained neck
Using Acupoints for Neck Muscle Tension
Self-Treatment Guidelines
- Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
- Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
- Treat 2-3 times daily for best results
When to Seek Professional Help
- Severe or persistent neck muscle tension
- Symptoms worsen despite treatment
- If you have underlying health conditions
Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.