If you've ever been told to pinch the space between the corner of your thumb and pointer finger to help relieve headache pain, you've received some pretty sound advice. By doing this for about five minutes, you're actually practicing an ancient Chinese medical technique called acupressure [1] by activating the L14 acupuncture point through massage, which can release tension and promote blood circulation.
Healing points can be found all over the body — and now more than ever, people are turning to wearable acupressure products for all types of natural at-home relief. If you're susceptible to headaches or chronic back or neck pain, you can do more than simply reaching for an ice pack [2] or heating pad. Get massage-like support with the help of our favorite wearable acupressure products.
Aculief
Now that you're up to speed with the L14 acupressure point, meet Aculief [5] ($30 for a two-pack). This plastic clamp applies pressure to the space between your pointer finger and thumb, so you don't have to. Within a half-hour [6], you'll notice headache and tension relief, while also feeling an increase in natural energy.
Hegu
Similarly to Aculief, the Hegu acupressure ring [7] ($55) stimulates the pressure point between the thumb and forefinger to ease headache pain and boost energy just after 20 minutes of use. What separates the Hegu ring from other similar products is that it can be used on feet acupressure spots, too.
Wthn Ear Seeds
Your ears are full of healing points, and the Wthn Ear Seed Kit [8] ($45) works to activate them thanks to the pressure of small crystal and gold stickers. Not only has ear seeding been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years, but recent studies have shown that ear seeds [9] can slightly improve weight loss, blood pressure, and anxiety.
Byriver Acupressure Slippers
After a long day, try sliding on slippers that actually work to relax and relieve your pain. Byriver's Acupressure Slippers [10] ($25) are designed with massage buttons that soothe foot and heel pain, arthritis tension, and neuropathy, while refreshing sore, achy feet and promoting better blood flow throughout the body.
Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband
Opt for natural relief from sea and motion sickness with the Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband [11] ($13). By applying pressure to the P6 acupressure point, this reusable, washable band does wonders for alleviating nausea. Plus, you won't feel any of the negative side effects an antinausea drug can bring on, like drowsiness and fogginess.
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