Bodywork Science

Did you know that approximately 80% of all people suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives? It’s no surprise that back pain is also the most popular reason people seek help from their doctors, massage therapists, and/or acupuncturists.

Low back pain can stem from any type of trauma or injury that has never full recovered. It can even be due to the weather and climate changes. Or simply from overworking and getting older. Doesn’t sound fun right?

If we want to fight off this pain, we must take care of ourselves! Consider trying out these acupressure points to reduce muscle tension and release endorphins that act as the body’s natural pain reliever. Be gone pain!

BL10 – For this one, you may have to borrow a friend’s finger or hook your thumb into it. This muscle is located in the upper trapezius region. You may feel lots of relief here in the head and lower back!

BL40 – Lets warm our backs up!!! Woooo hooo you will feel this one…this fun point is located in the back of the knee. It is right between the two hamstring tendons and lays OVERTOP the sciatic nerve and the popliteal artery, so watch your pressure!!!

SI3 – Distal point for low back pain! Easy to do while sitting or waiting in line – this point is along the pinky finger about halfway between the tip of the finger and the base of the wrist.

GB30 – Located on the back of the outer hip embedded in the gluteus maximus muscle, if you push deeper, you will get into the pelvic floor stabilizer muscles (that we tend to forget about). Hold for 30-60 seconds when feeling tight.

GB34 – Located on the outside of the leg, this muscle is embedded in the fibularis longus muscle, just below the outside lower leg bone. It may be a little sensitive, but acupuncturists REALLY love this point for pain!

Attention Cigna and United Healthcare patients! Have you came in for your medical massages yet? You could be paying anywhere from $0-$40 co-pay every visit! What are you waiting for? Come on in. You need us to knead you! 👊 If you have any questions about your eligibility, don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected] or call/text at (610) 608-0959. 🤗