Excessive Gas Could Signal an Underlying Disease: Press These 4 Acupressure Points for Quick Relief in Just 3 Minutes

While gas formation is a natural part of the digestive process, excessive or trapped gas may indicate more than just indigestion. In some cases, it can be an early warning sign of a more serious health condition. If you frequently suffer from gas and discomfort, certain acupressure points on the body can offer quick relief—often within just a few minutes.

When Gas Becomes a Warning Sign

Gas formation is normal, but excessive, persistent, or trapped gas can lead to heaviness, abdominal pain, chest discomfort, and even back pain. Many people mistake severe gas pain for cardiac issues because the symptoms often overlap.

If gas becomes a daily problem, it may indicate:

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Gluten sensitivity
• Lactose intolerance
• Acidity or gastritis
• Inflammation of the intestines
• Fatty liver disease
• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (in women)

Frequent sour burps, bloating, and poor digestion are common symptoms that should not be ignored.

How Trapped Gas Causes Pain

When gas gets trapped in the intestines, pressure builds up across various parts of the body. Pain may be felt in:

• Upper or lower abdomen
• Chest
• Lower back
• Sides of the torso
• Leg muscles due to nerve pressure

The intensity of this pain often confuses people, making it difficult to distinguish between gas pain and cardiac distress.

4 Acupressure Points That Release Trapped Gas Quickly

These acupressure points help activate digestion, relax intestinal muscles, and push trapped gas downward. Apply mild pressure for 20–30 seconds, release, and repeat 5–6 times.

1. Point Above the Navel

Located slightly above the navel, this point helps relax abdominal nerves. Pressing it stimulates digestion and allows trapped gas to move downward.

2. Point Between Thumb and Index Finger

This powerful acupressure point reduces abdominal inflammation and balances the body’s energy flow, helping gas escape quickly.

3. ST36 Point on the Shin

Found about 4 inches below the knee on the outer side of the shin, the ST36 point boosts digestive activity instantly. Pressing it for one minute often leads to burping and rapid gas release.

4. Abdominal Pressure Points Around the Navel

Light pressure around the navel area helps relax the intestinal muscles and reduce bloating, making way for trapped gas to move out.