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方九 · 經痛方 · Routine 9 of 14 · about 8 min

Period pain, a point at a time

2 points in order: Sanyinjiao, Taichong. First sit somewhere supported, drop the shoulders, unclench the jaw and take a few slow breaths.

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2 steps

Before you startWarm hands help. Press only as firmly as feels pleasant, and let go slowly. Once or twice a day is plenty.
三陰交 · left side
第一步 · Step 1 of 2三陰交SanyinjiaoSP6
Where
Four finger-widths above the inner ankle bone, just behind the edge of the shinbone.
How
A finger pad, distinct but comfortable, through several slow breaths; half a minute to a minute a leg.

Traditionally avoided in pregnancy: leave Sanyinjiao out if you are pregnant.

How to find Sanyinjiao →
Side
One side at a time; the other hand presses.
Twelve marks, one press. Breathe out as you press, ease as you breathe in.
Seconds a press

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