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When haze brings a frontal or irritation-linked headache, press He Gu (合谷, LI4) in the fleshy bulge between the thumb and index finger. Bring the thumb and index finger together to find the highest point of the muscle bulge. Place the opposite thumb on that bulge, support with the index finger underneath, and press firmly for one to two minutes until a sore ache appears, then switch sides. If there's any chance of pregnancy, don't use this.
Routine
The steps
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Locate He Gu (合谷, LI4)
Bring the thumb and index finger together. The point sits at the highest point of the muscle bulge in the webbing. Place the opposite thumb on that bulge and support with the index finger underneath.
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Press 1–2 minutes each side
Press firmly until a sore ache appears. Hold about one to two minutes, then switch sides. Soften if the press turns sharp or numb.
Try today Locate He Gu and press one to two minutes each side today.
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Self-press tips are educational, not personal medical advice. Book a consult for headache that keeps returning on poor air-quality days.
FAQs
Quick questions
Which point helps a haze headache?
He Gu (合谷, LI4) in the fleshy webbing between the thumb and index finger is the educational home press here. Press firmly for one to two minutes each side until a sore ache appears.
Can I press He Gu if I might be pregnant?
No. If there's any chance of pregnancy, don't use He Gu (LI4). Ask a physician about safer options for headache in pregnancy.
When should I book instead of self-pressing?
Book when headache keeps returning across several haze spells, or seek urgent care for a sudden worst-ever headache, fever with stiff neck, vision loss, or headache after trauma.
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