Pressing the Neiguan and Shenmen points on the hands may promote sleep.
Neiguan is located in the syncopal pericardium meridian of the hand, in the anterior region of the forearm, 2 inches above the transverse stripe on the distal side of the palmar aspect of the wrist, between the tendon of the palmaris longus and the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis muscle. It is used for treating heart pain, palpitation, chest pain, chest tightness; stomach pain, vomiting, eructation (hiccups); dystocia (pain in the area of the coarseness and ribs), lumps (lumps) under the coats of arms; insomnia, stroke, vertigo, depressive symptoms, epilepsy, migraine; fever; contracture of the elbows and arms.
Shenmen is located in the Shaoyin Heart Meridian of the hand, in the anterior region of the wrist, at the ulnar end of the transverse stripe on the distal side of the palm of the wrist, and at the radial edge of the ulnar flexor carpi radialis tendon. It is used for treating insomnia, forgetfulness, dementia, epilepsy, heart pain, heartburn, palpitation, wrist and arm pain, and pain in the chest and ribs.
If you feel unwell, it is recommended that you go to a regular hospital as soon as possible to clarify the cause of insomnia and under the guidance of a doctor. Self-diagnosis is not recommended to avoid delaying the condition. Acupuncture operations on acupuncture points should be carried out by specialized physicians.