Based on our previous discussions, here is a comprehensive summary of the Shangjuxu acupoint, its location, benefits, and self-care advice, presented from the perspective of a massage therapist.
Through stretching, massage, and ergonomic improvements, you can relieve neck and shoulder stress, enhance physical and mental health, improve sleep quality, and boost daily vitality, thereby achieving a harmonious 'Happy Healthy Life'.
The Zusanli acupoint, known as the 'Longevity Point,' offers multiple benefits, including regulating the Spleen and Stomach, enhancing immunity, and alleviating digestive problems. Regular massage of this point promotes physical and mental health; however, it is essential to use appropriate pressure and be aware of contraindications for certain individuals.
Correctly performing the 'Chin-to-Chest' stretch effectively relieves neck and shoulder stiffness and pain, improves posture and range of motion, promotes neck health, and is suitable for incorporation into daily life.
Foot reflexology, by stimulating reflex zones on the soles of the feet, promotes kidney function, improves blood circulation, relieves stress, supports the body's self-healing capabilities, and enhances overall health and vitality.
Liangqiu acupoint (ST34), the Xi-cleft point of the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian, alleviates acute stomach and knee joint pain while promoting Spleen and Stomach health and local circulation. Mastering its location and massage techniques aids in daily healthcare and supports the principle of 'Zhi Wei Bing' (preventing illness before it arises).
This guide introduces the correct method for the neck side-bending stretch, designed to relieve tension in the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) and Scalene muscles, improve 'Tech Neck,' and enhance mobility, while also emphasizing the importance of consistent self-care.
Through massage, Guilai acupoint (ST29) in the lower abdomen promotes Qi and Blood circulation. This helps improve conditions such as irregular menstruation, menstrual pain, and infertility in women, as well as digestive discomfort, making it a simple and effective self-care method.
Improve breathing, posture, and stress levels, enhance lung capacity, release muscle tension, and boost overall health and vitality through the "Deep Breathing with Chest Expansion" exercise.
Shuidao (ST28) is an important acupoint in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Through massage, it promotes fluid metabolism, improves urinary and digestive functions, alleviates menstrual pain, helps regulate women's health, and contributes to the body's overall balance and smooth functioning.