Looked down too long during the car ride. Startled up too quickly when the alarm clock rings. The greasy Sunday roast at grandma's not tolerated or suddenly migraine... The list of situations is almost endless, in which we can get nauseous and / or dizzy. Quick relief in such moments can already bring a little tact - with self-acupressure. Certain acupressure points against nausea are the secret recipe. Find out which "buttons" you can best press to help stabilize your circulation and get rid of that unpleasant body feeling in this article. Plus: Extra tips on what can bring your body back into balance.
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1 What are the causes of nausea and dizziness?
2. acupressure points: What helps against nausea and dizziness?
3. acupressure point against nausea: healing points on the body
4. acupressure points against nausea: use these pressure points
5. which acupressure points can help with dizziness?
6. more tricks against nausea: this helps!
7. relaxation and rest to combat stress-related nausea and dizziness
8th acupressure point for nausea: The Shakti Mat stimulates several pressure points at once
What are the causes of nausea and dizziness?
The two unpleasant conditions can occur individually or in combination depending on the situation - for example due to nervousness, indigestion, abdominal discomfort and ingestion of chemicals or poisons, medicines or alcohol. But stress is also a decisive factor. On the other hand, illnesses such as stomach cancer, gastritis, stomach ulcers, meningitis and diabetes can be triggers for (persistent or frequently recurring) nausea and dizziness.
Very important: If you feel nauseous or dizzy very often or more often and you also have a fever or sweating, for example, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible. Acupressure for nausea is therefore best used when you can rule out the possibility of a serious illness behind the symptoms or you will then be prescribed a suitable, individual treatment method. So that you feel better again quickly! The doctor will also tell you whether you can also stimulate a pressure point to combat nausea.
Acupressure points: What helps against nausea and dizziness?
However, it is often enough to resort to a few simple remedies to help yourself in the moment of discomfort. Do you want to know what you can do to quickly and gently combat situational nausea and dizziness? Some home remedies and methods from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can alleviate your symptoms and help the body to heal itself. These include more than just an acupressure point on the wrist for nausea.
Help with self-acupressure: preparation for exercises against nausea
A tip in advance - especially if you are looking for quick measures: You don't have to apply all the points to feel better. Often it is enough to target one or two of the points. No matter which one you choose, you should pay attention to the following: Lie or sit down comfortably, breathe deeply and regularly into your abdomen. This is how you get the blood circulation of your entire body going. And please always be gentle with yourself and your body. Do not press on weak discs or broken bones. Often it is enough to touch a certain point for a longer time instead of applying pressure. Always listen to your gut feeling and pay attention to what feels comfortable.
Acupressure point against nausea: healing points on the body
"Acupressure can help with nausea, especially if it is caused or aggravated by physical or mental disorders," explains Michael Reed Gach - founder of the Acupressure Institute in California and author of several books on the subject of acupressure. According to the expert, this method can also be useful for travel sickness and stomach flu. Acupressure during pregnancy and the nausea that can accompany it can also help to alleviate this.
You can use these energy points against nausea and motion sickness:
- Step 1: Press Dü 17 (located in the hollow between the earlobe and the tip of the jawbone) lightly with the tips of your middle and index fingers for one minute while breathing deeply.
- Step 2: Press points P5 and P6 firmly one after the other. This means: Place your right thumb three finger widths from the center of the left wrist crease and press for one minute. Then apply pressure with your thumb two finger widths from the wrist crease for another minute. Repeat the process on the other wrist.
- Step 3: Next, hold point Mi 16 with curved fingers again for one minute. You will find it in line with the nipples at the bottom of the ribcage. Close your eyes and take a deep breath.
Acupressure points against nausea: use these pressure points
If you still feel nauseous, you can stimulate the acupressure points for nausea Ma 36, Le 3 and Ma 45. These are the acupressure points for nausea on the foot.
Incidentally, Greifswald University Hospital, for example, even uses a similar method from traditional Chinese medicine in anesthesia: "Studies have shown that acupuncture on the wrist helps against nausea after operations. The nerve signals are sent to the brain stem and the so-called vomiting center. The vomiting center, which is irritated by anesthetics and painkillers, can thus be calmed. The information is transmitted to the stomach via the vagus nerve." (German Family Insurance)
What acupressure points can help with dizziness?
- Step 1: If you feel faint or dizzy, LG 26 (the point between the upper lip and nose) is one of the most famous resuscitation points for immediate help. It is also called the center of the person and is considered a resuscitation point in first aid. Apply pressure to this point with your index finger or knuckle and hold it for one minute while breathing in and out deeply. This stimulation has a harmonizing effect on the body and brings it back into balance more quickly.
- Step 2: Then you can tackle points B 23 and B 47. You will find these on your back at waist level, two and four finger widths away from your spine. To stimulate them, simply clench your hands into fists and move your knuckles quickly up and down over the points.
- Step 3: Finally, rub the right heel vigorously for one minute against the "three-mile point" Ma 36 on the left leg, four finger widths below the kneecap and one outside the shinbone. Repeat the whole thing on the other side. This process has a very invigorating effect and strengthens the entire body systems.
- Step 4: Last but not least, you can work on Le 3 on the left and right arch of the foot. To do this, rub with both middle and index fingers in the hollow between the big and second toe - this time for thirty seconds each.
More tricks against nausea: This helps!
Fresh air and exercise for a clear head: If the nausea persists after self-acupressure, a walk in the fresh air can work wonders. Swing your hands loosely from side to side. These movements ensure that your stomach calms down. Extra tip: don't lie down flat! This will make the dizziness and nausea worse. Perhaps a little mindfulness practice in a beautiful spot in nature or in the comfort of your own home can also help. Like a short yoga flow like the one in this video:
Foods to combat a queasy feeling in the stomach and dizziness: To avoid putting further strain on your body, you should choose the right foods. Especially if you feel sick because of fatty foods or alcohol. It's best to opt for light foods such as rusks. Relax with a lukewarm cup of tea (e.g. chamomile, peppermint or fennel tea to calm the stomach). Bitter substances such as those in ginger are also tried and tested: they suppress or neutralize the nausea. The positive effect unfolds as tea or ginger ale.
Among other things, Münster University Hospital recommends the following diet for nausea:
- Small portions
- Cold and odorless food such as potatoes or crispbread
- Easily digestible vegetables like zucchini and carrots
- Broth with rice or noodles and soups
- Plenty of fluids! For example, through chilled and sparkling drinks such as mineral water
What you should avoid if you feel unwell:
- It's better not to reach for your favorite food. Otherwise you run the risk of associating the nausea with it and developing an aversion.
- Sweet, fatty, heavily salted or fried food
Relaxation and rest against stress-related nausea and dizziness
Unfortunately, a fast-paced everyday life and extraordinary times such as 2020 with ever new challenges often lead to stress-related nausea and dizziness. Fifteen to twenty percent of all dizziness patients suffer from so-called somatoform dizziness. This refers to dizziness that is triggered by psychological stress. (Pharmazeutische Zeitung) This means that there are no physical causes. The organ of balance or the cerebrum are therefore not damaged. If you keep finding yourself in such stressful situations and your body rebels, it is generally worth slowing down and relaxing.
One product that can have a relaxing effect is the Shakti Mat: users report that a pleasant, relaxed feeling often arises after the first application or the first few minutes of use and that using the mat helps them to fall asleep.
Like Julia M. She reported in our Facebook group that she also uses her orange Shakti Mat when she feels sick:
Editorial team: Julia, what makes you feel sick or dizzy sometimes?
Julia M.: Triggers are basically headaches, which can sometimes turn into migraines. With migraines, I mainly have to deal with nausea.
Editorial team: How do you use your mat at times like this to make yourself feel better?
Julia M.: I don't like taking medication. Then I often wait too long to the point where [for example] an ibuprofen doesn't help at all. Instead, I just lay down on the Shakti Mat with mint oil on my temples. And it relieves the nausea. The migraine isn't completely gone, but it relieves my pain.
Editorial team: Do you have any general tips from your experience? How do you use the mat in general?
Julia M.: I generally like to use the mat for tension in the neck and lumbar region. With music to relax. Until you wake up from your own snoring ;-) It really helps my mental well-being!
Acupressure point for nausea: the Shakti Mat stimulates several pressure points at once
So the next time you feel nauseous and dizzy because the world is spinning a little too fast: take a few minutes out of your daily routine. Lie or sit comfortably on the mat. Close your eyes. Breathe deeply and see if you can feel the relaxing effect of the mat. A little tip: avoid lying completely straight on your back. This could increase nausea and dizziness, and that's not what we want! Instead, lie slightly elevated. For example, by placing the mat over the back of a sofa or chair. Try it out and tell us about your experiences - for example in our Facebook group! You can read more about the effect and function of the "modern type of fakir mat" in our article about the acupressure mat.
All in all, nausea and dizziness mean that you need help fast! Do you know where the symptoms are coming from? Then follow these rules: Relax and breathe deeply and regularly. Give your body the nourishment it needs. And support it in bringing all systems back into balance. Our community reports that using the acupressure mat or the targeted penetration of individual acupressure points can help against nausea, for example. However, if you are not sure where your symptoms are coming from and they persist, you should never shy away from seeking medical help.