Not all acupoints are created equal. Some are widely known and easy to locate, such as the famous He Gu (Joining Valley) point found at the back of the hand where the index finger meets the thumb. However, your knowledge of certain acupoints might surprise even your acupuncturist. One such lesser-known point is Yuan Ye (Armpit Abyss, GB22)—very effective for relieving numbness in the upper arms, pain along the sides of the body, and uncomfortable fullness in the chest.
If you have experienced an intense upper-body workout, carried heavy objects, or woken up with unexplained soreness, this acupoint could become a new part of your recovery routine. Although it is a powerful point for acupressure, many traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners often avoid needling or applying moxibustion (a gentle heat therapy with dried mugwort) to it.
