The human body, "efficient health care acupoint"! Always press to boost immunity!

 

In ancient times, when there was a shortage of medical treatment, the average life expectancy of people was very low. Diseases that often seem small now are enough to kill thousands of people at that time.

But ancient doctors were often able to pass their prime, why is this? In addition to maintaining a calm and optimistic attitude towards life, self-care is essential.

Here, we will teach you the self-massage methods of the six "special health care points" summarized by the ancients.

 

1. Neiguan acupoint, the umbrella of the heart

Indications:Most heart diseases, such as rheumatic heart disease, myocarditis, coronary heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, etc. In particular, it has the most outstanding effect on the prevention of myocardial infarction.  

Neiguan acupoint is the "luo" acupoint of the pericardial meridian, which has been the core acupoint used by traditional Chinese medicine to treat heart diseases since ancient times. It can be used for almost all symptoms related to heart abnormalities.  

The Neiguan acupoint is located in the lower part of the palmar surface of the forearm, on the line between the Quze acupoint and the Daling acupoint, 2 inches above the Daling acupoint (wrist striae), between the palmaris longus tendon and the flexor carpi radialis tendon.  

Use the thumb of the other hand to rub the Neiguan acupoint, regardless of time and place, you can do it at any time, to feel soreness, often feel an inexplicable irritation along the inner side of the forearm to the heart, this is a better stimulation effect, but pay attention to the moderation and do not overexert force. In addition, you can also use the three-finger pinching method to pinch the epidermis at the Neiguan acupoint.  

After one month of persistent operation, patients can feel that the sensation of breathlessness, irritability, palpitations and other sensations is significantly reduced or disappeared.  

2. Taixi acupoint, a good medicine for chronic kidney disease

Indications:The vast majority of kidney diseases, such as chronic renal insufficiency, chronic nephritis, diabetic nephropathy, etc. In particular, the effect is most obvious for patients with chronic kidney disease, who also present with edema, backache and cold legs, and fatigue.  

Taixi acupoint is the "lose" acupoint of the Zushao Yin and Kidney Meridians, and it is also called "one of the nine acupoints of Huiyang" in ancient times, focusing on tonifying the kidney, and has the effect of significantly improving kidney function.  

The Taixi point is located on the inside of the foot, behind the medial malleolus, in the depression between the tip of the medial malleolus and the Achilles tendon.  

Use the thumb of the opposite hand to rub, or use a massage stick or a smooth wooden stick to knead, pay attention to the gentle force, to feel soreness, not too much force so as not to hurt the skin.  

For patients with nephritis, kneading can reduce hypertension to a certain extent, and urine protein can be significantly reduced. Although massage has a good effect, it still needs to be combined with medication.  

3. Zusanli acupoint, a tonic with an effect like ginseng

Indications:All debilitating diseases, such as the treatment of anemia caused by malnutrition, postpartum surgery, initial recovery from serious illness, long-term wasting diseases, etc. It is a good point for strengthening the body and prolonging life.  

Zusanli acupoint is the "he" acupoint of Zuyang Ming's stomach meridian, which is an important acupoint for strength and health care. It has the function of strengthening and cultivating yuan, regulating yin and yang, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and activating the meridians.  

The Zusanli point is located in the upper part of the anterolateral aspect of the calf, 3 inches below the calf nose point, and 1 horizontal finger (middle finger) from the anterior edge of the tibia.  

Rub with the ipsilateral thumb or with a smooth wooden stick, or moxibustion with moxa. Because the skin on the calf is thicker, the strength can be appropriately greater. However, you should not hold your breath when exerting force, otherwise it is easy to cause blood pressure to rise. There is no time limit to the time and place of operation, but pay attention to the kneading every day, and perseverance can be effective.  

4. Hegu acupoint, a natural treatment to combat pain

Indications:All kinds of pain, whether caused by trauma or internal medicine, have good analgesic effects, especially good at relieving malignant pain in patients with advanced cancer. In addition, various abnormal symptoms such as dizziness and nausea can also be treated.  

Hegu acupoint is the "original" acupoint of the large intestine meridian of Hand Yangming. It has the function of dispelling wind and relieving pain, and opening the body. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the Hegu acupoint can regulate the driving force of the body's vital activities. Insist on kneading and stimulating the acupuncture point, and you can obtain the effect of natural healing.  

The Hegu point is located on the back of the hand, at the midpoint of the first metacarpal space, or at the midpoint between the second metacarpophalangeal joint and the Yangxi point, slightly near the index finger side.  

You can use the opposite thumb to press and knead, or you can use three fingers to knead the skin at the Gu acupoint, which can be operated anytime and anywhere. The strength can be greater, without side effects and dangers. It is considered to feel soreness and can tolerate it.

5. Guan Yuan acupoint, restore the youthful vitality of the elderly

Indications:Various diseases of the reproductive system. He is especially good at treating infertility, impotence, premature ejaculation, dysmenorrhea, menstrual irregularities and other diseases.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Guan Yuan acupoint has the function of cultivating the essence and strengthening the foundation and nourishing the lower Jiao. It can be used whenever there is a loss of vitality. Clinically, it is mostly used for urinary and reproductive system diseases. Modern research has confirmed that kneading and trembling the Guan Yuan acupoint is mainly through the regulation of endocrine, so as to achieve the purpose of treating reproductive system diseases.  

The Guan Yuan acupoint is located in the lower part of the abdomen, on the anterior midline, 3 inches below the middle of the umbilicus, and 2 inches above the pubic symphysis.  

The most commonly used method is kneading or tremor. The tremor method is to place the hands crossed and overlapped on the Guan Yuan acupoint, apply a little pressure, and then push the crossed hands up and down quickly and in small increments. The operation can be done at any time and place. Note that you can't use too much force, as long as there is a feeling of soreness when you press and rub.

6. Zhongguan acupoint, an expert in the treatment of stomach problems

Indications:Most of the gastric and duodenal diseases, such as: gastric and duodenal ulcer, chronic gastritis, atrophic gastritis, gastric prolapse, etc. It is especially effective in relieving stomach pain and treating indigestion.  

The middle navel acupoint is the convergence acupoint of the four meridians, and it is also known as the "soul acupoint" of the stomach. It has the function of strengthening the spleen and stomach, replenishing the middle and invigorating qi. It is mainly used for the treatment of various stomach diseases.  

The middle navel point is located in the upper abdomen, on the anterior midline, 4 inches above the umbilicus.  

The most commonly used method is kneading or rubbing. Rubbing, that is, overlapping both palms or pressing one palm on the middle navel acupoint, slowly pushing in a circular direction clockwise or counterclockwise. Pay attention to the absence of friction between the hands and the skin, that is, the palms of the hands are always close to the skin, and the subcutaneous fat, muscle and other tissues do a small range of circular movements. It is best to create a sensation of heat in the abdominal cavity.

The operation can be done at any time regardless of time and place, but it is best to do it half an hour after eating, and the force should not be too strong to avoid pain and nausea.