14/09/2026
The point you can see being needled in the middle of the palm is PC8, also known as Laogong.
In Chinese Medicine, PC8 is traditionally used to clear heat and calm the Shen-our mind and spirit.
My patient had been struggling with feeling overwhelmed, restless and finding it difficult to properly switch off, so PC8 was one of the points I chose as part of their treatment.
It can be a useful point when someone is experiencing restlessness, agitation, disturbed sleep, emotional tension or that feeling of being constantly ‘on’. It can also be used when there is heat or discomfort in the hands, as well as for certain symptoms affecting the mouth and tongue.
As with all acupuncture treatments, I’m not simply treating one symptom or choosing one point in isolation. I look at the whole person and the overall pattern their body is presenting, then choose a combination of points specifically for them.
Sometimes, a small point in the palm can be part of a much bigger picture.
If any of these symptoms resonate with you, or you’d simply like to learn more about how acupuncture may be able to support you, please head over to my website or feel free to send me a message below.
I’d be happy to chat and answer any questions you may have.
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