(RESET Wellness Edmonton) Lower back and hip pain are common complaints among older adults with a wide range of underlying causes. Legs aside, the hips are the most important weight-bearing parts of the body that provide support and allow us to stand upright and move in all directions. However, lift something that is too heavy, twist the wrong way, strain your back muscles and you are in a world of pain. The pain can be simply a dull throbbing, a burning sensation or tingling that continues over a period of time. Or it could be sharp waves of pain pulsating upon movement. When looking for a way to treat the momentary pain on the spot, many people consider alternative medicine.
(Hearty Minds) Among the most usual causes of lower back pain are twisting the wrong way, strained back muscle, lifting a heavy object, or just the genetics. The severity of the pain that you could feel may vary from mild to intense. You might feel tingling or burning sensation in one or in the both of your legs.
(RESET Wellness Edmonton) According to WebMD, acupressure is the ancient Chinese medical practice used “to promote relaxation and wellness and to treat disease.” It is often thought of as simply acupuncture without the needles. Acupressure is the application of pressure, or massage, of key pressure points on your body to help restore health and balance. Hundreds of acupressure points exist within the human body, and although some of the benefits of the points overlap, each point accomplishes something unique, too.
(Hearty Minds) As the conventional pain killers are only able to temporarily reduce the pain, the lower back pain sufferers are constantly seeking for some solution for their uncomfortable pain, in the alternative medicine.
A very effective and natural way to promote relaxation and wellness, and to treat diseases is the ancient Chinese medical practice which is known as acupressure. This practice helps restore health and balance to the body by just applying pressure, or simply massaging specific pressure points on the body. Our body has hundreds of acupuncture points, and while many of them provide the same benefits, pressing every point gives something unique too.
Today, we will tell you which acupuncture points are able to help reduce the pain in the lower back, besides helping in numerous other health conditions.
TWO ACUPRESSURE POINTS THAT WILL HELP YOU RELIEVE YOUR LOWER BACK PAIN
These are the two acupressure points help eliminate lower back pain B48 or Bladder 48 and GB30 or Gall Bladder 30 as they are shown on the image.
Massaging the first acupuncture point is going to reduce hip pain, sciatica, and pain in the sacral area.
However, you have to make sure you massage very carefully because B48 could be very sensitive and inflamed in those people who already suffer from back pain.
Massaging the acupuncture point which is called GB30, will reduce the pain in the lower back, buttocks, hip, sciatica, hip joint, and muscle spasms.
LOCATING THE GB30 AND B48 POINTS ON THE BODY
(RESET Wellness Edmonton) GB30 is also known as the Jumping Round point. This point can be located by moving three-quarters into gluteal muscles from the middle of the sacrum. It is located between the sacrum and greater trochanter.
B48 is a local acupressure point for hip pain. In some literature it is mentioned as B53. This point is also known as the Bladder Vitals and it is located 3.0 chon to the side of the sacrum, right in the middle of the gluteal muscles of the buttocks.
(Hearty Minds) WHAT ELSE COULD THESE POINTS HELP WITH?
Massaging the B48 spot is also helpful in treating diabetes and diarrhea. On the other hand, the GB30 point is able to help with leg pain and also with hemiplegia (which is a complete paralysis of half of the body).
WHAT ELSE TO DO TO REDUCE LOWER BACK PAIN?
Besides this amazing and simple acupuncture method, there are also some other things that you can do in order to relieve your lower back pain.
You can apply ice pack on the affected area, move around and avoid sitting position in order to prevent tightening of the muscles and muscle spasms.
TRICKS TO BEAT THE SCIATIC PAIN WITHOUT TAKING HARMFUL PAINKILLERS AND DRUGS!
(HealthStar Clinic) sciatica is a sympton
It’s important to understand that sciatica is not a diagnosis, but simply a set of symptoms indicating a bigger problem. In a study by the University Medical Center in Rotterdam, it was determined that over 90% of cases of sciatica are caused by a disc herniation with nerve root compression, and it’s the pressure on the nerve in the lower back that is causing symptoms like burning, stabbing, aching, prickling, tingling, numbness, or muscle weakness further down, into the buttocks and leg. Some postures and positions may put additional torque or pressure on already compromised structures or nerves.
Moreover, doing exercises that have the ability to strengthen the muscles around the sore area could help in reducing and also in preventing the lower back pain. You should avoid wearing high heels (above an inch) because this could improve your posture and your lower back condition.
Finally, when it comes to treating and preventing lower back pain, maintaining a normal weight is also recommended.
So, you can significantly improve your health condition by doing some not so difficult massage and regular exercising. The important thing is to be persistent, to not give up and you will definitely see positive results.
(RESET Wellness Edmonton) Stretching and exercising the muscles around the sore area, like we demonstrate in this article, is a great way to strengthen them and can help in reducing and preventing lower back pain. Avoid wearing high heels (above an inch) as this will improve your posture and your lower back condition. Tummy sleeping and lifting incorrectly may also contribute to your back pain.
Sometimes light stretching and a little massage may be all that’s necessary to alleviate the discomfort you experience.
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(Modern Reflexology) In addition, here are other 12 Effective Acupressure Points to Relieve Hip and Lower Back Pain
Causes of Hip Pain
There are a number of concerns that contribute to pain in the hip region and some factors can also worsen the pain that already exists.
- Age – One of the major factors that increase the risk of serious hip pain due to injuries is growing age. With progressing age, the self-healing powers of the body slacken and acupressure can be a welcome way of pain relief for back pain and hip pain in such as case.
- Strenuous physical activity – If you are an extremely active person or there has been a recent increase in the level of your physical activity; then it can put strain on your hips and legs and promote hip pain.
- Accidents and injuries – In many cases hip pain is a result of accidents and injuries. A sudden fall can lead to a fracture in the bones and lead to severe hip pain. Such conditions call for serious medical treatment. But recovery and improvement can be speed up with the help of acupressure.
- Health conditions – Certain health conditions such as chronic diseases like arthritis, lupus and diabetes or sprains and strains can also lead to hip pain. It is essential to find out the underlying cause of the pain in order to bring forth improvements in the condition and ensure lasting relief.
- Genetic conditions – Certain rare genetic conditions such as congenital deformities and muscular dystrophy can also increase discomfort in the hips and lower back.
6 ACUPRESSURE POINTS FOR RELIEVING HIP PAIN
In most cases, hip and lower back pain are caused by an injury or fall, any chronic medical condition like arthritis or incorrect bio-mechanisms caused by problems with the foot, knee or pelvis alignment. Because hips and legs from a complex structure of bones, muscles, joints and ligaments, so the pain can spread quickly to other body parts. Here, we have mentioned 6 healing acupressure points for healing pain in the hip region.
GB 29
GB29 or Gallbladder 29 is a local acupressure point for relieving hip pain. It is also known as the Squatting Bone Hole and is located in the hip region, at the centre of the line connecting the great trochanter of the femur and the anterior iliac spine. This is the crossing point of the Gallbladder Meridian and the Yang Qiao Vessel. Administering pressure on this point is useful for treating inflammation in the hip joint, sciatica, muscle sprain, weakness and numbness of the hips. In addition, this point also aids in treating shoulder pain, spasms in thighs and lower abdominal pain.
GB30
GB30 or Gallbladder 30 is also known as the Jumping Round point is another local acupressure point for hip pain relief. This is the crossing point of the Gall Bladder and the Urinary Bladder meridians. This point can be located by moving three-quarters into gluteal muscles from the middle of the sacrum. It is located between the sacrum and greater trochanter. Stimulating this point on both the hips helps in relieving pain in the buttocks, useful for sciatica, lower back pain, hip joint inflammation, muscle pains and spasms. It also helps in relieving leg pain, lumbar pain and hemiplegia.
GB31
The GB31 or Gall Bladder 31 is an important acupressure point located on the thighs that are useful for relieving upper leg pain and hip pain. This point is also known as the Wind Market and it can be found on the side of the thigh, halfway between the hipbone and the knee. Stimulating this point on both thighs can help in balancing leg qi and relieve hip pain caused by sciatica and weakness and numbness of the hips. It is also useful for relieving skin disorders, leg muscle issues, post-stroke symptoms in lower limbs and ear problems.
GB34
GB34 or Gallbladder 34 is another leg acupressure point that is extremely beneficial for relieving hip pain. It is also called the Yang Mound and it is situated on the side of the leg, right below the knee, slightly in front of the tip of the outer leg bone. Applying pressure to the point on both legs stimulates the leg qi, strengthens the weak hip muscles and reduces the pain caused by sciatica and inflammation of the hip joint. This point is also useful for treating shoulder pain, nausea and vomiting, jaundice and knee pain.
B28
B28 or Bladder 28 is a local acupressure point for hip pain that is located two chon apart on both sides of the spine, in level with the fifth lumbar vertebrae. This acupressure point is also known as the Bladder Shu and it is useful for alleviating sacral back and hip pain and sciatica. This point also aids in treating digestive disorders like constipation and diarrhoea, leg pain and stiffness in the lower back region.
B48 or Bladder 48 is a local acupressure point for hip pain. In some meridian charts, this point can be numbered as B54. This point is also known as the Bladder Vitals and it is located three chon to the side of the sacrum, right in the middle of the gluteal muscles of the buttocks. This point can be very tender during hip pain, so stimulate it with care. This point is useful for relieving pain in buttocks and sacral region. It is also helpful for treating diabetes, diarrhoea and sciatica.
CAUSES OF LOWER BACK PAIN
The back covers a large area of the body and there are a number of problems that can cause back pain. Here are some of the common causes of back pain.
- Accidents and injuries – In some cases the patient is not able to recall the exact cause of back pain and in may be an after-effect of some past injury or accident. The injury may lie dormant for several months or even years and suddenly show its presence due to some extra exertion.
- Impairments and abnormalities of the back – Back pain may also be caused due to certain health issues such as herniated discs, pinched nerves, arthritis, muscle spasms or an abnormal curvature of the back. Medical treatment and even surgery may be required to correct these problems, but acupressure and reflexology for lower back pain can alleviate the pain to a great extent.
- Problem in other areas of the body – In certain cases the source of the pain may not the back at all. Organ dysfunction such as liver problems and gall bladder stones can promote back pain as an associated symptom. In such cases, medical diagnosis and treatment are extremely necessary.
6 ACUPRESSURE POINTS FOR RELIEVING LOWER BACK PAIN
Lower back pain is a common problem faced by almost all of us. But thankfully in most cases, it is a temporary problem caused by overexertion or some strenuous activity. But for others, it can be a long-lasting problem caused by herniated discs, arthritis or abnormal curvature of the back. Whatever might be the reason; these 6 healing acupressure points will surely provide relief for back pain.
B23
Acupressure point B23 or Bladder 23 is also known as the Kidney Shu and this is one of the vital points of acupressure lower back pain. This point can be found on the inner bladder line, at the middle of the waist, the intermediate point between the rib cage and the hipbone, on the inner edge of the muscle group called erector spinae. Stimulating this acupressure point provides lasting relief from lower back pain by reducing muscle tension. It is also useful for treating all kidney-related issues, male and female sexual problems, earache and ear infections, cough and asthma.
B47
B47 or Bladder 47 is called the Will’s Chamber and this is yet another significant local point for acupuncture and acupressure treatments for lower back pain. This point is also numbered as B52 in some meridian charts. This point can be found on the outer bladder line, right at the middle of the waist on the other edge of the erector muscle group. Stimulating this point helps in relieving tension in the quadratus lumborum muscles which in turn reduces lower back pain. It is also a useful pressure point for treating depression and anxiety, breathing problems, vomiting and diarrhoea.
B18
B18 or Bladder 18 is an important acupressure point on the upper back which is useful for relieving the back pain that radiates to the upper part of the body. This point is also known as the Liver Shu and it is located on the inner bladder line, two chon below the inferior angle of the scapula, on the inner edge of the erector spinae muscle. This point works effectively in relieving muscle spasms in the lower traps and the muscle group present in the erector spinae. This is also the main point of all liver related conditions such as jaundice, hepatitis, cirrhosis, etc. It is useful for treating eye disorders, depression, irritability and nausea.
B54
The B54 or Bladder 54 acupressure point is also numbered B40 in some meridian charts. This point is also called the Middle Crook and it is located in the middle of the crease in the back of the knee. Stimulating this point on both legs helps in relieving stiffness and lower back pain caused by herniated discs, and sciatica. It is also useful for controlling muscle spasms, knee pain and stiffness, leg pain, skin problems and heat conditions like heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
B60
B60 or Bladder 60 is a leg acupressure point for lower back pain that is located at the midpoint between the Achilles tendon and the outer anklebone. This point is also called the Kunlun Mountains and applying pressure at this point on both legs helps in relieving stiffness and upper and lower back pain. It is also beneficial for treatment of neck pain, swelling and pain in the heels, headache and dizziness. This point can also induce labor; therefore, pregnant women should refrain from stimulating this point.
GV4
GV4 or Governing Vessel 4 is another important acupressure point for lower back pain which can be found between the vertebrae at the waistline at the same level as acupressure point Bladder 23. This point is also known as the Life Gate and it is most effective in relieving lumbar back pain. It is also used to treat weakness of knees, male sexual problems, diarrhoea, chronic fatigue, stress, earache and epilepsy.
Try to use these acupressure points for relieving hip and back pain and use it for your loved ones to provide deep and lasting relief in a natural and holistic way.
FURTHER MORE, WE CAN RID OF BACK PAIN WITH THIS OLD TRICK
(healthious.org) We can prevent back pain successfully only with a feet massage. An European study, with 50 nurses, showed that this massage significantly reduces spine pain.
Our feet are formed from lots of points related to the spine, and when back problems appear these points become painful. All you have to do is to massage your feet, and the results will appear immediately.
How to do a foot massage
First, you need to identify the connection points between the spine and foot. Sit down on a chair cross-legged because it’s easier to massage those points that way.
The line between the heel and big toe of the interior arch foot is spine projection. Use your fingers and press from the sole to the heel and big toe. This massage reduces back pain and spine tension.
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We can prevent back pain successfully only with a feet massage. An European study, with 50 nurses, showed that this massage significantly reduces spine pain.
Our feet are formed from lots of points related to the spine, and when back problems appear these points become painful. All you have to do is to massage your feet, and the results will appear immediately.
How to do a foot massage
First, you need to identify the connection points between the spine and foot. Sit down on a chair cross-legged because it’s easier to massage those points that way.
The line between the heel and big toe of the interior arch foot is spine projection. Use your fingers and press from the sole to the heel and big toe. This massage reduces back pain and spine tension.
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