Traditional Chinese medicine states, "The head and eyes are governed by the Fengchi point." For certain wind-related ailments affecting the head, stimulating the Fengchi point can provide effective relief. Massaging this point and the surrounding muscles helps alleviate cervical spondylosis, headaches, or neck fatigue caused by prolonged downward gaze. During work breaks, gently massaging the Fengchi point can refresh the mind and dispel fatigue.
Combining the Fengchi point with other points like the Taiyang (Sun), Jingming (Brightness), and Sibai (Four Whites) can also effectively treat eye conditions and show promising results for correcting nearsightedness.
Stomach-nourishing point: Zhongwan.
Individuals with poor stomach health may benefit from massaging the Zhongwan point. Located on the abdomen near the stomach, pressing this point can alleviate acute stomach pain. Apply pressure for 10 seconds, release, and repeat in cycles for 3-5 minutes. Chronic stomach ailments may also respond well to rubbing this point, which aids digestion and strengthens the spleen and stomach.
Kidney-tonifying and vital energy-strengthening point: Guanyuan.
Regularly massaging Guanyuan helps replenish kidney qi. For men, it alleviates symptoms like kidney deficiency and lower back soreness. For women, it aids in relieving various gynecological issues. Before massaging, rub your palms together until warm. Then, place your palms over the Guanyuan point on your abdomen and rub in a circular motion, starting gently and gradually increasing pressure until warmth is felt.
Heart-Nourishing Point: Neiguan.
Regularly massaging the Neiguan point promotes smooth blood and qi flow, protecting the heart. Apply vertical pressure with the thumb for about 3 minutes each time until a sensation of soreness and numbness is felt locally.Additionally, Neiguan is highly effective for relieving headaches, sore throats, and lower back pain!
As a common emergency acupoint, when someone experiences sudden cardiac symptoms, have them lie flat while applying pressure to Neiguan to alleviate discomfort.
Heat-Clearing and Pain-Relieving Point: Hegu.
Also known as the "Tiger's Mouth," appropriate massage of Hegu can relieve pain and clear heat, proving highly effective for facial ailments. Pressing Hegu can alleviate headaches, fevers, and toothaches caused by heat accumulation. Apply pressure until you feel soreness, numbness, or fullness—the results are quite good!
Point for relieving lower back and waist soreness: Weizhong.
The saying "Seek relief for back pain at Weizhong" means that when experiencing back soreness, massaging this point can alleviate discomfort by promoting qi and blood circulation in the lower back. However, note that for kidney deficiency-related back pain, kidney tonification should remain the primary treatment!
Meridian-Activating Point: Yanglingquan.
Regularly massaging the Yanglingquan point effectively relieves shoulder pain. It also alleviates breast tenderness, rib discomfort, and intercostal neuralgia with remarkable results!
Heart-nourishing point, vision-clarifying point, stomach-nourishing point
"All-purpose" point: Zusanli.
Zusanli is a versatile wellness point. A folk saying goes, "Regularly massaging Zusanli surpasses eating a whole hen." Frequent stimulation of this point effectively treats chronic gastrointestinal and cardiovascular diseases, while moderate pressure also alleviates fatigue!
Yin-nourishing and beauty-enhancing point: Sanyinjiao.
San Yin Jiao has long been known as a women's point. Regularly massaging this point helps maintain the health of the uterus and ovaries, promotes beauty and skin radiance, and makes the skin smoother and more supple. Daily massage of San Yin Jiao can also help alleviate gynecological issues like irregular menstruation. However, it is important to note that pregnant women should avoid massaging San Yin Jiao, as it regulates the flow of qi and blood throughout the body.To massage, place your thumb vertically on the point, press downward first, then rub. Each session should last about one minute, followed by a break before resuming.
Yongquan: Calming Spirit and Strengthening Body Point.
Yongquan is the starting point of the Kidney Meridian. Regularly massaging this point helps nourish the kidneys and strengthen the spleen, replenish qi and enrich blood, and improve sleep for those with nervous exhaustion. After washing your feet daily, use both thumbs to rub the Yongquan points on the soles of both feet for about 10 minutes to enhance sleep quality!