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Nervous SystemFunctional point (not a physical organ)

Insomnia Point Reflexology

Every reflexology pressure point that targets the insomnia point, with locating instructions, self-treatment technique, and related research.

2 reflex points · ear + face · 18 related research papers

Insomnia Point reflexology means working the points on the feet, hands, and ears that tradition ties to the insomnia point. This page gathers every insomnia point point we have on the ear and face maps, 2 in total, with where each one sits and how to work it.

Where is the Insomnia Point reflex point?

MapReflex pointSideView
earShen Men (Triangular Fossa)Both earsear-lateral
faceBQC 233 — Insomnia Point (Face)—face-front

Foot reflex

Insomnia Point is not yet mapped in foot reflex in our dataset. We'll add it when our next chart source lands.

Hand reflex

Insomnia Point is not yet mapped in hand reflex in our dataset. We'll add it when our next chart source lands.

Ear reflex

Shen Men (Triangular Fossa)

Also known as: MA-TF1, Divine Gate, Spirit Gate

ear-lateralBoth ears

Source: WHO Standard Auricular Nomenclature (1990 Lyon) / Nogier tradition / Oleson Auriculotherapy Manual

Face reflex

BQC 233 — Insomnia Point (Face)

Also known as: Sleep point

face-front
Also targets:Brain

Source: Bùi Quôc Châu BQC Point System (1980) / International Academy of Dien Chan / Multireflexology.com

Research studying this organ

Effect of acupressure and acupuncture on sleep quality in cancer patients with insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Explore (New York, N.Y.)·2025·strong evidence

Chinese Medicines Treatment for Sleep Disturbance in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Network Meta-Analysis.

Integrative cancer therapies·2024·strong evidence

Comparative effectiveness of multiple acupuncture therapies for primary insomnia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized trial.

Sleep medicine·2022·strong evidence

Effect of aromatherapy on sleep quality of adults and elderly people: A systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

Complementary therapies in medicine·2021·strong evidence

The influence of foot and back massage on blood pressure and sleep quality in females with essential hypertension: a randomized controlled study.

Journal of human hypertension·2021·moderate evidence

Can foot reflexology be a complementary therapy for sleep disturbances? Evidence appraisal through a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Journal of advanced nursing·2021·strong evidence

Integrative Approaches for Sleep Health in Cancer Survivors.

Cancer journal (Sudbury, Mass.)·2020·preliminary evidence

The Effect of Reflexology on the Pain-Insomnia-Fatigue Disturbance Cluster of Breast Cancer Patients During Adjuvant Radiation Therapy.

Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.)·2018·moderate evidence

Acupressure in insomnia and other sleep disorders in elderly institutionalized patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

Aging clinical and experimental research·2016·moderate evidence

Treatment of chronic insomnia disorder in menopause: evaluation of literature.

Menopause (New York, N.Y.)·2016·moderate evidence

Related research in the nervous system

Studies on other organs in this body system that may be relevant to insomnia point reflexology practice.

Effect of foot reflexology on chronic pain in Parkinson's disease: A randomized controlled trial.

PloS one·2025·moderate evidence
Brain

Foot Reflexology for Multiple Sclerosis-Related Fatigue: A Systematic Review.

Alternative therapies in health and medicine·2025·strong evidence
Brain

Effect of Foot Reflexology on Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review of Current Evidence.

International journal of MS care·2025·strong evidence
BrainCervical SpineLumbar SpineThoracic Spine

Spinal manipulations for migraine: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Systematic reviews·2024·strong evidence
BrainTrigeminal Nerve

Myofascial Release for the Treatment of Tension-Type, Cervicogenic Headache or Migraine: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Pain research & management·2024·strong evidence
BrainTrigeminal Nerve

Physical treatment of migraine.

Handbook of clinical neurology·2024·moderate evidence
BrainTrigeminal Nerve

A Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Persons With Non-specific Low Back Pain With and Without Radiculopathy: Identification of Best Evidence for Rehabilitation to Develop the WHO's Package of Interventions for Rehabilitation.

Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation·2023·strong evidence
Sciatic NerveLumbar Spine

The effect of manual therapies on tension-type headache in patients who do not respond to drug therapy: a randomized clinical trial.

The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy·2023·strong evidence
NeckTrigeminal Nerve

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Insomnia Point reflexology FAQ

Where is the insomnia point reflex point on the foot?

The insomnia point point sits on the foot as part of the Insomnia Point map. The insomnia point point shows up on both feet and both hands. The foot section below shows exactly where.

How do you do insomnia point reflexology?

Find the insomnia point point on the foot or hand and press it with steady, firm pressure, either holding or making small circles. Each point below has full notes on where it is and how to work it. Reflexology is a complementary therapy, so check with a healthcare provider about anything medical.

Is there research on insomnia point reflexology?

We've linked 18 papers related to insomnia point reflexology below. The evidence for reflexology is still thin, and what there is points more to relaxation and general wellbeing than to treating specific conditions, so talk to a healthcare provider.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy. The connections shown here are based on reflexology tradition, not medical science. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns.