Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Did you know a stiff neck can be an early sign a cold is coming on?
In Chinese medicine, that neck “crick” can show up before other symptoms hit.
Large Intestine 10 is a classic, go-to point acupuncturists use to treat crick-in-the-neck or as we call it: Luo Zhen (落枕) - which is when you have acute neck stiffness, pain, and limited rotation, often when you wake up.
When this happens, it’s often due to stuck energy in your Large Intestine Energy channel, and this point is like “drano” to that clog. It restores good energy (Qi) and blood circulation to the channel, helping you feel better.
When you catch Luo Zhen, this is a good time to shore up your immune system energy - which could stop a potential cold before it turns into something much worse. I’ve used these methods many times and avoided nasty colds.
Here’s I would do right away 👇
1️⃣ Try this point
This can help release the neck and move things before they settle in.
2️⃣ Hydrate with warm fluids
I like warm water with lemon and a pinch of sea salt. Sip often throughout the day.
3️⃣ Rest and protect your warmth
This is a great time for a hot bath or sauna, extra rest (permission to nap!), and honestly canceling plans if you can. DO NOT go out in the cold with wet hair, and keep your neck covered so you hold onto your warmth.
Cold and flu cases are everywhere right now, especially here in NYC, and Chinese medicine has so many simple tools to help you prevent illness or recover faster once you’re struck with a nasty cold or flu.
Do you have a crick in your neck rn? Let us know!
PS Not medical advice, education only.
Did you know a stiff neck can be an early sign a cold is coming on?
In Chinese medicine, that neck “crick” can show up before other symptoms hit.
Large Intestine 10 is a classic, go-to point acupuncturists use to treat crick-in-the-neck or as we call it: Luo Zhen (落枕) - which is when you have acute neck stiffness, pain, and limited rotation, often when you wake up.
When this happens, it’s often due to stuck energy in your Large Intestine Energy channel, and this point is like “drano” to that clog. It restores good energy (Qi) and blood circulation to the channel, helping you feel better.
When you catch Luo Zhen, this is a good time to shore up your immune system energy - which could stop a potential cold before it turns into something much worse. I’ve used these methods many times and avoided nasty colds.
Here’s I would do right away 👇
1️⃣ Try this point
This can help release the neck and move things before they settle in.
2️⃣ Hydrate with warm fluids
I like warm water with lemon and a pinch of sea salt. Sip often throughout the day.
3️⃣ Rest and protect your warmth
This is a great time for a hot bath or sauna, extra rest (permission to nap!), and honestly canceling plans if you can. DO NOT go out in the cold with wet hair, and keep your neck covered so you hold onto your warmth.
Cold and flu cases are everywhere right now, especially here in NYC, and Chinese medicine has so many simple tools to help you prevent illness or recover faster once you’re struck with a nasty cold or flu.
Do you have a crick in your neck rn? Let us know!
PS Not medical advice, education only.
