Acupoints for Neck Nape Pain

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Points indicated for pain:neck:nape

These points list this symptom among their indications. That is an index lookup, not a protocol – no study selected them together, and no cause has been differentiated. Reference only.

TB05Outer Gate

TB05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Triple Burner Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 外關 (wài guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist on the line connecting tb4 and tip of the olecranon the between radius and ulna.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: fever, sweating, deficiency:kidney, dizziness, tinnitus

TB12Dispersing Riverbed

TB12 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Triple Burner Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 消濼 (xiāo luò)

🎯 Location: On the line joining olecranon the and tb14 midway between tb11 and tb13.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: fever, dizziness, pain:back, pain:shoulder, pain

GB41Foot Governor Of Tears

GB41 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足臨泣 (zú lín qì)

🎯 Location: Posterior to the 4th metatarsophalangeal joint in the depression the lateral to the tendon of the extensor digiti minimi of the foot.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: fever, phlegm, sweating, deficiency:kidney, dizziness

Using Acupoints for Neck Nape Pain

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 pain:neck:nape
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.