Can you do acupressure during your period?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

During menstruation, massage is not recommended. Regardless of which acupoints are targeted, they can stimulate menstrual qi, leading to an imbalance in the blood and qi of the Chong and Ren meridians. This may result in adverse effects such as prolonged menstruation or an increase in menstrual flow. It is best to choose to have a massage after the menstrual period has ended.