Understanding Neuralgia

Sharp, shooting nerve pain often caused by nerve irritation or damage.

Neuralgia is characterized by sudden, sharp pain along a nerve pathway, often caused by irritation, compression, or damage to the nerve. Common examples include trigeminal neuralgia and post-herpetic neuralgia. While medication is usually needed for long-term management, acupressure may offer short-term relief by soothing tension and calming nerve irritation.

Recognizing Symptoms

Physical Symptoms

  • Burning or stabbing pain
  • Tingling
  • Muscle weakness

Emotional Impact

  • Frustration
  • Sleep disruption
  • Depression

Primary Points for Neuralgia

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Additional Support Points

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Nerve Pain Relief (5-10 minutes)

Treatment Protocol

  1. Sit or lie in the most comfortable position possible
  2. Apply firm pressure to LI-4 (web between thumb/index finger) to interrupt pain signals
  3. Massage BL-60 (outer ankle, behind ankle bone) for spine and leg nerve pain
  4. For joint nerve pain: add GB-34 (outer leg, below knee)
  5. For ongoing support: include LR-3 (top of foot) and SP-6 (inner ankle)

Supporting Your Recovery

Lifestyle

  • Warmth & Rest: Apply gentle heat and rest affected areas to reduce flare-ups
  • Trigger Awareness: Track cold exposure, stress, or fatigue as potential triggers

Important

  • Medical Evaluation: Persistent or severe nerve pain may require imaging or specialist care
  • Medication Compatibility: Acupressure may complement but not replace prescribed nerve pain treatments