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An Mian (安眠, EX-HN20) sits on either side of the neck, a little under the earlobe. Place a fingertip behind the lobe, then settle just under it where the tissue feels tender. Massage kindly for about two minutes. This traditional insomnia point may also ease anxiety, headache, or dizziness that travel with unsettled sleep. Stop if pressure turns sharp.
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Find & press
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Find under the earlobe
Turn the head slightly away. Place a fingertip behind the earlobe, then move a little under the lobe into the soft hollow. Either side works.
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Massage 2 minutes
Massage An Mian with kind fingertip pressure for about two minutes. A dull, slight soreness is common. Keep the press gentle near the neck.
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Stop cues
Ease off if the press feels sharp, numb, or wrong, or if you feel light-headed. Mild ache that eases on release is common; sharp pain is a stop signal.
Try today Locate An Mian behind either earlobe and massage kindly for two minutes.
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Self-press tips are educational, not personal medical advice. Book a consult for insomnia that keeps returning.
FAQs
Quick questions
Where is the An Mian acupuncture point?
On either side of the neck, a little under the earlobe. Feel for a soft tender hollow just inferior to the lobe, not hard on bone.
Which side should I press?
Either side works. Many people press both, about two minutes each, when sleep will not settle.
How is An Mian different from Shen Men?
An Mian sits behind the ear on the neck. Shen Men (HT7) sits on the ulnar wrist crease. Both are used for restless sleep; the method and location differ.
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