The Neiting point, an important acupoint on the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian, can clear Stomach Heat, relieve digestive discomfort, and improve insomnia, among other benefits. A simple daily massage for a few minutes can promote body-mind balance and activate your self-healing potential.
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.
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.
The Dicang acupoint is an important facial acupoint that can regulate Qi and Blood, improve digestion, promote facial rejuvenation, and soothe facial discomfort. Through simple massage, one can enhance health and beauty.
The Quchi acupoint (LI11) is an important point in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that can clear heat and detoxify, relieve pain, regulate gastrointestinal function, stabilise blood pressure, and enhance Qi and Blood balance, making it suitable for daily self-care.
The Shaoshang acupoint (LU11), located at the tip of the thumb, is an important acupoint of the Lung Meridian in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It can relieve throat discomfort, enhance immunity, and regulate emotions, making it suitable for daily self-care and stress management.
The Lieque acupoint (LU7) is an important acupoint in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that can promote immunity, relieve stiff shoulders and neck, respiratory discomfort, and stress. It also improves mood and balances mind and body, making it suitable for daily self-care.
Key Points The Chize acupoint (LU5) is located on the elbow crease, in the depression lateral to the biceps brachii tendon, and is an important point on the Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian. Its main effects include improving respiratory system function, relieving elbow and arm discomfort, and regulating overall body balance. Self-care can be performed using methods such as acupressure, Gua Sha, and Patting (Pai Da). Self-massage method: Press or knead with the thumb pad for 1-3 minutes on each side, once or twice daily. When performing Gua Sha, ensure pressure is moderate and avoid overstimulation. Individuals with special conditions (e.g., pregnancy, taking anticoagulant medication) should first seek advice from their doctor/GP. These self-care methods are simple and easy to do, can be integrated into daily life, and consistent practice over time contributes to maintaining health.
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