The Great Pain Eliminator

Large intestine #4, Go Koku in Japanese and Hegu in Chinese, is the "The Great Eliminator" when it comes to headaches and minor aches and pains. Try this simple yet effective technique for massaging this point.


Location: On the top side of the hand, on the web between thumb and index finger. To locate, squeeze the thumb against the base of the index finger. The point is located on the highest point of the bulge of the muscle, level with the end of the crease.
Uses: headaches in the front of the head, pain anywhere, cold symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, etc.
Contraindication: Do not use this point during pregnancy.



Massage Application


Place hand and forearm on your table or desk. Place your middle and index fingers over the muscle between your thumb and index finger. Place your thumb on the side of your palm for support and a pivot point.


Apply light pressure and rotate your fingers over the point. Overlapping your fingers slightly will minimize stress to the working fingers. Complete five to seven rotations or as many as desired. Gradually increase pressure after the area is warmed up.