Pressure Points For Migraines
Stop Migraine Pain at Home
Welcome to the Course
Here you will find the videos and PDF files that give you everything to need to get started. If your purchase also comes with one-on-one meetings or group sessions, we will be in touch soon with details about that.
Video 1 - Getting Started
Summary of Video 1
We use a variety of tools including TENS, electric pens, and acupressure pens.
Electric acupuncture pens may be used like a TENS but they require holding the pen on the point.
During the class, consider and learn how you can use different tools on different points to achieve the best results.
TENS units are generally most convenient because you can just place the TENS pads/clips on the points.
Electric pens give more mobility, and you can move from point to point more easily.
Different modes and settings on the devices can produce different results. Some people may get the best results by using a low frequency and intensity. Others may get better results with high frequency settings. We will discuss this more in other videos and as we progress through the class.
Video 2 - Contraindications for TENS
Summary of Video 2
- DO NOT USE TENS IF:
- You have a pacemaker or other electrical devices implanted in your body
- If you are pregnant
- If you have epilepsy, cancer, or DVT
- Do not use on broken, infected, or numb skin. Don't use on skin with poor circulation.
- Do not place electrodes on the front of the neck (carotid sinus), head, eyes, mouth, or directly over the heart.
- Do not use in the shower, bath, while driving, or operating machinery.
Video 3 - TENS Pads & Clips
Summary of Video 3
- Use small TENS pads on the hands and feet
- Use bigger pads on the arms and legs
- Ear clips can be used on the ears and hands
- Do not let TENS pads touch. They should be at least 1 - 2 inches apart.
- Clips on the ears may be closer and even as close as 0.5 inches. That is fine, but if you get skin irritation, use different points.
Video 4 - Possible Side Effects
Summary of Video 4
Possible side effects of TENS include:
- Skin irritation or burning sensation
- Allergic reactions to the pads
- Muscle fatigue or soreness
- Don't put pads on wounds
Avoid Side Effects By:
- Not using the same points too frequently
- Not using the same points for more than 60 minutes per day
- Not using a high intensity that causes excessive pain
- DO NOT USE TENS ON THE FRONT OF YOUR NECK
Video 5 - TENS Waves & N or B Mode
Summary of Video 5
- Electricity moves like waves, and we measure it in Hertz (Hz) or frequency
- 1 Hz is the same as 1 wave per second
- Start using TENS at 1 Hz
- Low Frequency is 10 Hz or less
- High Frequency is 80 Hz - 130 Hz or more
- Low & High Hz release different kinds of natural pain killers in your body
- Change the Hz on your TENS every 3 days to avoid tolerance's to TENS
- Normal TENS uses one Hz setting. With a B-mode or Burst-mode, you can use low and high frequency together at the same time.
- Start with N setting and 1 Hz
Part 2 - Hand Points
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on the Hand Points
Important Notes on Using Finger and Hand Points
1. Press the clips down to get a good contact before turning on the device.
2. When using clips, the machines may go off at lower electric settings and before it is strong enough for you. If this happens, try clipping on other points or using a pad.
Video 7 - LI 4, 22.05 with Pads
Summary of Video 7
- Use a small pad on LI 4 and the red clip on the thumb
- DO NOT TOUCH THE PADS IF YOU MOVE THEM AND THE TENS IS ON, IF YOU DO THE ELECTRICITY MAY FEEL STRONGER
- Move the pads around a little to find the most sensitive spot.
- Use this point combination for the first week and as long as you are getting good results.
- You can try other points as shown in the following videos if needed.
Video 9 - Thumb & Fingernails
Summary of Video 9
- Place the black clip on the thumb and the red clip on one of the fingers.
- Changing the black clip from LI 4/22.05 to the thumb can be beneficial.
- Change points if you get skin irritation
- Use the fingernail of your index finger to press into the region below your thumbnail.
- Press strong enough that it feels sharp.
- Hold for 30s - 2 minutes on the thumb, alternate from side to side to find the most sensitive and effective points.
- There are points below all the fingernails. Try different points below the fingernails to find the most sensitive and effective ones.
Video 11 - Ring Finger to Wrist
Summary of Video 11
- Use a big pad (2" x 2") on your wrist.
- The point is about 2" - 3" above your wrist.
- Use the clip on the ring finger or on the webbing between the ring finger and little finger.
- If you clip at the web, you may need to increase the intensity of electricity.
- Try to find the placement with the clip and pad that make an electric feeling between the two electrodes.
- Use this for temple headaches, shoulder tension, and stress related migraines.
Video 13 - LI 4 & TW 5
Summary of Video 13
- This combination can be great for migraines that occur between the front and sides of your head
- These points are effective for most kinds of headaches and migraines.
- Place the pad in the middle of your forearm about 2" - 3" above your wrist.
- Make sure the pad is not on top of a bone. (Place the pad and wire in the middle of your forearm.
- Remember to press the clips down to make a better connection.
- Use a Pulse Width of 250 - 300.
- Try changing the Hz setting, bring it up to 4 Hz.
Video 6 - LI 4 & the Thumb Point
Summary of Video 6
- Start with the point on your thumb and LI 4 or 22.05 in the webbing.
- Place the red clip on your thumb and the black clip on the webbing.
- Increase the electrical intensity so that it is strong, but not painful.
- If the electricity radiates down your finger or hand that is good.
- Use the TENS for 20 - 30 minutes.
Video 8 - Finger Points
Summary of Video 8
- Move the red clip to the index finger. Use this for migraines in the forehead or eyes.
- Place the red clip on the middle finger if you have nausea, vomiting, or digestive problems.
- Use the red clip on the ring finger if you have temple pain or ear ringing.
- For pain in the back of your head, or if you have neck injuries, place the red clip on the little finger.
- Don't change points too frequently.
Video 10 - Neck Points
Summary of Video 10
- The points on your hands and just behind the knuckles are good for neck pain.
- Use these when you have neck pain with migraines.
- Use for neck disorders like herniations, cervical stenosis, and shoulder tension.
- The points can be good for pain in either the temples or the back of the head.
- Make sure the pads are between the bones in your hands.
- Find the points and settings on the TENS that make the electricity move 1 - 2 inches along your hands, fingers, or arms. This tends to give the best results.
Video 12 - Webbing Points
Summary of Video 12
- Clips can be placed at the webbings between your fingers.
- The webbing points are generally less sensitive than finger points.
- If you are very sensitive to finger points use the webbing points instead.
- There are several combinations possible.
- Find the combination that best suits your needs, and based on what we said about each of the finger points already.
- Change points if you get skin irritation.
Video 14 - SI 3 - SI 6
Summary of Video 14
- Use these points if you have pain between your shoulder blades, upper back, or the back of your neck and/or head.
- Place the black clip on your little finger and the pad on the side of your arm.
- Place the pad between the bone and muscle in the soft spot.
- The point is about 2" above your wrist.
- Let me know what is working best for you so far.
Video 15 - PC 6 & SJ 5
Summary of Video 15
- Use this combination if you have migraines with insomnia or sleep disturbances.
- This point combo can also be good for nausea, vomiting, and other digestive conditions.
- Try using this combo 1 hour before bed if you have a hard time sleeping. Use a low setting so that it is not too stimulating.
Part 3 - Ear Points
Video 16 - Ear Intro
Download the PDF for the Ear Points.
Summary of Video 16
- The ear points directly affect the brain through the trigeminal nerve and vagus nerve.
- The top third of the ear affects the trigeminal nerve.
- The depressions in the middle of your ear affect the vagus nerve, this nerve can help with relaxing, sleep, and digestion.
- The bottom third of the ear and ear lobe affect the nerves that go to your neck. Use points here when you have neck-related migraines.
- The 5 points used in the Battlefield Acupuncture Protocol can be effective for migraines.
Video 17 - The 5 Battlefield Points
Video 18 - Ear Side Affects
Summary of Video 17
- The Pain 1 Point is highly effective for all kinds of pain.
- The Pain 2 Upper Point is on the inside flap of skin in front of the ear opening
- Choose one of the following: Pain 1, Pain 2 Upper, or Pain 2 Lower. Most of the time, you will want one clip on one of these points. Experiment to see what one works best for you.
- The second electrode should be placed in the depression in the center of your ear, or on the upper third of the ear. Use the points as described in the video and PDF file.
- Never use more than 2 electrodes or points in the ear at the same time.
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Video 19 - Ear Clip Demo
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Video 21 - Pain 2 Points
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Video 20 - Ear Close Up
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Video 22 - Ear Pressure Probe
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Part 4 - Foot Points
Here you will find the videos and PDF files that give you everything to need to get started. If your purchase also comes with one-on-one meetings or group sessions, we will be in touch soon with details about that.
Video 23 - Foot Intro
Summary of Video 23
- There are points between the bones of the foot.
- The pressure probe can work great on these points.
- When using the pressure probe, place the weight of your hands on the pressure probe.
- The videos below show how to use the TENS, but you can use the electric pen or pressure probe as well.
Video 24 - Feet Rxns & Modes
Summary of Video 24
- If you are sensitive to the electricity use the N (normal) setting on the TENS
- If you don't feel the electricity very strongly, then use the B-mode.
- If you have thick skin or neuropathy, then the B-mode may be best.
- If you have neuropathy, be careful about using too strong of stimulation, and causing skin irritation
Video 26 - Foot Points 2
Summary of Video 26
- Place one pad on the green line and another pad on the red line.
- DO NOT put two pads on different feet.
- If you don't feel the electricity much then turn up the electrical intensity or use the B mode on the TENS.
Video 28 - Arch Points
Summary of Video 28
- The points in the arch are good for migraines that occur with high blood pressure.
- These points are also good for pain in the forehead.
- Place the pads on two of the three points.
- By placing them at 66.10 and 66.12 you can get the entire region.
- These points are also good for arch pain.
Video 25 - Foot Points 1
Summary of Video 25
- There are 3 major lines on the feet, located between the bones.
- There are 2 or 3 major points on each line.
- The best points are on top of the foot, but not on top of the bones.
- Use the TENS electrodes/pads on different lines.
- Do not use 2 TENS pads on the same line.
Video 27 - Foot Points 3
Summary of Video 27
- One placement is to use one pad on the red points and one on the yellow points.
- Yellow points are good for pain in the forehead, menstrual migraines, and digestive problems.
- Red points are good for temple migraines
- Alternate points as needed to find the combinations that work best for you.
Video 29 - 77.22 & 77.23
Summary of Video 29
- There are two points near the knee for migraines.
- To find the points, go about 3 inches below the knee and over to the side about 2 inches.
- Place a TENS pad on each point.
- These points tend to not be as strong as points on the hands and feet, but some people will get good results with them.
Video 30 - SP 9 & SG
Summary of Video 30
- Two points below the knee and on the inside are effective for sinus headaches and pain in the forehead and temples.
- These points may also help with sinus congestion and when you have excessive phlegm and mucus in your sinuses.
- They may also help for migraines that get worse when it rains.
- Menstrual migraines and PMS can also improve with these points.
