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Body Atlas
Explore acupressure points by body region. Click any part of the body to discover pressure points, their locations, and how to use them.
How to use this atlas: the map shows the body divided into twelve regions. Hover over a region to see its name, then click or tap it to open the full guide for that area. Use the search box below to look up a point by name, by abbreviation such as LI4 or ST36, or by a symptom like headache or anxiety. If you are new to acupressure, points on the hands and feet are the easiest to reach, and LI4 (Hegu), PC6 (Neiguan), and ST36 (Zusanli) make a solid starting set.
Which Regions Can I Browse?
Every region of the atlas has its own guide with the key points, exact locations, and stimulation tips. Start where your symptoms are, or explore the beginner-friendly hand and foot regions first.
Head
Scalp and forehead points for headaches, stress, and mental clarity
Face
Facial and auricular points for relaxation and sinus health
Ear
Auricular therapy points for whole-body wellness
Neck
Points for neck tension, headache prevention, and mobility
Shoulder
Relieve shoulder tension and improve range of motion
Hand
All major hand and wrist points for quick relief
Arm & Wrist
LI4, PC6, and other key arm points for pain and nausea
Chest
Points for respiratory health, anxiety, and heart calming
Abdomen
Digestive health and core vitality points
Back
Organ health and back pain relief through shu points
Leg
ST36, SP6, and other major leg points for energy and health
Foot
Guide to foot points for grounding and wellness
How Do I Use the Atlas?
- Click any highlighted region on the map to open its guide. Keyboard users can tab to a region and press Enter or Space to activate it.
- The back is drawn with a dashed outline because the key back points sit along the Bladder meridian, which runs down the spine.
- The search box starts filtering after two characters and matches point names, abbreviations, and symptom words.
- When you press a point, aim for a deep, dull ache (deqi) rather than sharp pain, and hold for 30 seconds to 3 minutes with steady breathing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a specific point?
Why is the back shown with a dashed outline?
Which region should a beginner start with?
Is the atlas a medical tool?
Which Points Are Most Popular?
Most frequently used acupressure points, backed by tradition and research.
LI4 · Hegu
Pain relief, headaches, immunity
Learn More →PC6 · Neiguan
Nausea, anxiety, motion sickness
Learn More →ST36 · Zusanli
Digestion, energy, longevity
Learn More →SP6 · Sanyinjiao
Women's health, sleep, circulation
Learn More →GB20 · Fengchi
Headaches, neck tension, sinuses
Learn More →LV3 · Taichong
Stress, hormones, blood pressure
Learn More →Acupressure has been evaluated in clinical trials for pain, nausea, anxiety, and sleep, with evidence described as promising but requiring further high-quality research.
— Lee EJ, Frazier SK. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. 2011;42(4):589-603. PMID 21531533.
Verifiable sources
- Lee EJ, Frazier SK. The efficacy of acupressure for symptom management: a systematic review. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. 2011;42(4):589-603. PMID 21531533 · DOI
- Song HJ, Seo HJ, Lee H, Son H, Choi SM, Lee S. Effect of self-acupressure for symptom management: a systematic review. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. 2015;23(1):68-78. PMID 25637155 · DOI
Evidence for acupressure from published systematic reviews. See our research page for details.