The main acupoints on the head for treating insomnia include the following. By massaging these acupoints, one can unblock the meridians, harmonize qi and blood, and balance Yin and Yang, thereby improving the symptoms of insomnia

Baihui point: It is located at the intersection of the midline of the top of the head and the line connecting the tips of both ears, or 5 cun directly above the current hairline. Massaging the Baihui acupoint can calm the mind and spirit, tonify the middle and benefit qi, and is helpful in alleviating symptoms such as insomnia and headache. Regularly massaging the Baihui acupoint can also help open the orifices and refresh the mind.

Temples: Located in the depression where the outer side of the eyebrows meets the outer corner of the eye. Massaging the temples can help relieve headaches and eye fatigue, promote local blood circulation, unblock meridians, and thereby improve sleep.

Yintang point: It is located on the forehead of the human body, between the two eyebrows. Massaging or needling the Yintang acupoint has the effect of calming the mind and soothing the spirit, and it is one of the essential acupoints for treating insomnia.

Wan Gu Point: It is located in the depression below and behind the mastoid process behind the ear. Massaging the Wanggu point can promote the connection between the heart and the kidneys, which is helpful in improving insomnia symptoms.

Fengchi point: It is located in the depression at the outer edge of the two major tendons at the back of the neck, or in the depression at the upper end of the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the trapezius muscle behind the ears. Massaging the Fengchi acupoint can dispel cold pathogenic factors, soothe the mood, help relax the body and mind, and promote sleep.

The Four Shencong acupoints: Located on the head, they are 1 cun lateral to the front, back, left and right of the Baihui acupoint, totaling 4 acupoints. Massaging the Sishencong acupoint has the effects of refreshing the mind, enhancing intelligence and calming the spirit, which is helpful in improving symptoms such as insomnia and neurasthenia.

Anmian Point: It is located at the midpoint of the line connecting Yifeng point and Fengchi point, approximately 2 centimeters behind the earlobe. The Anmian point is an effective acupoint for treating insomnia. Gently massaging it regularly can help with sleep.