Location: between the brows
Function: calm the mind/spirits, dispel wind, opens the nose
Yin Tang is a very useful point if you’re are feeling worried or anxious. Clinically it is used help patient who may be feeling restless or unsettled as one of its main function is to calm the minds. It may also be used in combination with LI20 (Ying Xiang) to help relieve nasal congestion.
This point will also help the baby, or the young ones if they are feeling restless and agitated. With its calming effect, it may help them to sleep as well.
How to: Use your thumb/finger to gently massage Yin-Tang in an upward motion. Be very gentle if you are doing this on little ones.