Clogged nose can be caused due to many reasons, including cold, sinus, allergy etc. There are many treatments available to open a blocked nose, including acupressure. There are many points in the human body like LI20 and BL2, pressing which can help in opening a blocked nose.In this article we will learn about acupressure to open a blocked nose -

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Doctors for Breathe Easy: Acupressure Points For Blocked Nose Naturally

We are explaining in detail below which acupressure points can be pressed to open a blocked nose. Before that, let us make it clear that in the beginning, these points should be pressed by an expert. When you get used to it, then do it yourself -

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LIV3 Acupressure Point

LIV3 acupressure point is also known as Tai Chong pressure point. This point is just behind the big toe in the feet. This point is connected to the liver, which is effective in removing problems like headache, blocked nose and sinus around the eyes. Let's know the method of pressing and finding this point -

  • First of all, sit with your knees bent and legs in front.
  • Now place the finger of the hands on the part between the thumb and the finger next to the thumb.
  • After this, slide your finger about two finger widths from your foot. This is the place where the LIV3 point is present.
  • When the finger reaches the LIV3 point, press this point lightly.
  • This acupressure can be done on both feet at the same time or one by one.

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LI20 Acupressure Point

  • It is called Large Intestine 20 point, which is present on the face. This point is on both sides of the base of the nose. Pressing this point provides relief in sinus and blocked nose problems. Let's know how to find this point-To find this point, first find the joint of the cheek and nose.
  • For this, slide your finger slightly near the base of the nose.
  • When you find the point, press it.
  • Pressing this acupressure point near the nose and face provides great relief in the problem of blocked nose.

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BL2 Acupressure Point

Bladder 2 (BL2) pressure point is present above the nose and in the inner part between both the eyebrows. By pressing this point, the problem of blocked nose can be relieved. The method of finding this point is given below -

  • To find the bladder point, place the index finger of both the hands between the two eyebrows.
  • Now slide your finger in the inner part between the eyebrow and the nose.
  • When you feel the eyebrow bone, stop there.
  • Pressing this bladder point can relieve the problem of blocked nose.

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SI18 Acupressure Point

Small Intestine 18 Point is present on both sides of the nose just below the cheekbones. With the help of these points, you can get relief from the problems of sinus, blocked nose and runny nose. Let's know how to press this point -

  • Place the index finger of both hands on the outer edge of the eyes.
  • After this, slide both the fingers downwards until you feel the lower part of the cheekbones.
  • Keep in mind that this point should be level with the lower edge of the nose.
  • Both these points can be pressed together at a time. If you want, you can also press one by one.

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GB20 Acupressure Point

Gallbladder 20 points are present at the back of the head. By pressing this acupressure point, symptoms of sinus, such as headache, watery eyes, blocked nose, cold and flu can be relieved. The method of pressing this point is given below -

  • First of all, place both your hands on the top of the head.
  • Now place the thumb behind the ear and slide towards the neck.
  • Then stop where the neck and head are joining.
  • Now press this point with the help of your thumb.
  • By lightly pressing this acupressure point, you will get a lot of relief.

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LI4 Acupressure Point

The LI4 point is present on the back of the hands. This point is connected to the large intestine. Pressing this point helps in reducing sinus problems, such as headache, blocked nose and facial pain. This point is present at a distance of about half an inch from the crease between the thumb and the hand. Let's know how to find this point -

  • First of all, raise one of your hands, so that the part of the thumb is in front.
  • After this, find the area where your thumb joins your hand.
  • Then with the help of the thumb of the other hand, find the raised muscles between the thumb and index finger of the first hand.
  • This point is LI4, now press it with the help of the thumb. This feels very relaxed.

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To open the blocked nose, the patient gets a lot of benefit by pressing the points mentioned in this article. With its help, not only the problem of blocked nose but many other problems like headache, swelling on the face, eye pain etc. can be overcome. Keep in mind that if your problem is increasing, then definitely consult a doctor. At the same time, get acupressure done with the help of a trained acupressure doctor so that you can get proper benefits.

Dr. Manish Gudeniya

Dr. Manish Gudeniya

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