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Acupressure for Palpitation & Insomnia

神門穴 Shenmen (HT7)

Calm Your Heart and Mind with Shenmen Shenmen is a crucial point on the Heart Meridian of Hand-Shaoyin. 
It functions to calm the mind and regulate heart qi. Stimulating Shenmen can help adjust heart function, 
reducing symptoms of heart palpitations, irritability, and insomnia. • Location: on the wrist crease, between the 4th and 5th fingers. • Instructions: Apply gentle and continuous pressure. Massage for 3 minutes or as needed. • Functions: 
Reduce heart palpitations, Alleviate anxiety, 
Improve sleep, Calm the mind

Note: While pressing and massaging Shenmen can provide relief, acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine offer more effective and holistic approaches to treating heart palpitations and related symptoms.

Consult with a qualified practitioner for a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Content on this site is general health education. It does not replace individual diagnosis or treatment by a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner. In an emergency call 999 or go to A&E.