Massaging the Guanyuan and Qihai acupoints can enhance yang energy. Stimulating the Guanyuan acupoint activates and replenishes kidney qi. The Guanyuan acupoint is located four finger-widths below the navel. Situated on the Ren Meridian—the "Sea of Yin Vessels"—it lies 3 cun below the navel and is also known as the Lower Dan Tian. It nourishes primordial energy and strengthens the body.
Here, "cun" refers to the standard body cun measurement. The width of four fingers placed side by side equals three body cun. Thus, locating Guanyuan is straightforward: on the midline of the body, measure downward from the navel by the width of four fingers to find the point.
Massage Method for Guanyuan: For self-massage, first use Guanyuan as the center point and rub in a circular motion with either palm, moving counterclockwise and then clockwise for 3–5 minutes. Then, press the point rhythmically with your breath for 3 minutes. If possible, moxibustion with an moxa stick for about 10 minutes per session also provides excellent strengthening effects.
Massaging the Waist Eye Point Boosts Yang Energy
Symptoms of kidney deficiency and insufficient yang energy include lower back soreness and pain. An effective method to boost yang energy involves massaging the Waist Eye Point.
Traditional Chinese medicine holds that rubbing this point with the palm not only unblocks the Belt Vessel and strengthens the waist and spine but also sharpens hearing and vision, fortifies essence, benefits the kidneys, and promotes longevity.Middle-aged individuals who regularly rub the Waiguan points can maintain an upright posture in old age and prevent wind-cold induced back pain.
The Waiguan point is an extraordinary point located in the waist, in the depression approximately 3.5 cun lateral to the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.
Waiguan Point Massage Method: For self-massage, first locate the horizontal line of the 4th lumbar spinous process.To locate it, place both hands on your hips. From behind, you can feel the bony ridge at your waist—this is the iliac crest in anatomy, which aligns precisely with the spinous process of the fourth lumbar vertebra.
Then, measure a distance slightly longer than one palm's width from the midline. This is where the Waiguan point is located.Generally, sit upright during massage. With both hands in fists naturally facing backward, use the knuckle of the index finger to firmly press and rotate the Waiguan point. A sensation of soreness and fullness is ideal. Massage for 5 minutes each session. Consistent practice strengthens the waist and kidneys.Located in the depression below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra, opposite the Shenque acupoint, and centered between the Waiguan acupoints.
Massage technique for Mingmen: Place the knuckle of your index finger (knuckle tip) on the Mingmen acupoint with either hand clenched into a fist. Massage and press clockwise 7 times, then counterclockwise 7 times. Repeat this sequence 49 times total.Focus your intention on the Mingmen point. Daily massage of this point helps warm the kidneys, strengthen yang energy, and benefit the waist and spine. Massaging Sanyinjiao can enhance yang energy Sanyinjiao, literally meaning "Three Yin Intersection," is where the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians converge. Belonging to the Spleen meridian, it is located on the medial aspect of the tibia, approximately 10 cm above the medial malleolus.
Acupuncture or massage of Sanyinjiao primarily treats nocturnal emissions, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, penile pain, urinary difficulty, and testicular retraction. It is one of the most commonly used acupoints for treating male sexual dysfunction. Therefore, regularly massaging Sanyinjiao with your fingers can enhance yang energy, nourish the kidneys, and improve male sexual function.
Massage technique for Sanyinjiao: Sit upright, raise your right leg, and use your right thumb to massage the Sanyinjiao point on your right leg. Gradually increase pressure, hold for 7 seconds, then slowly release. Repeat 15 times, then switch to your left thumb to massage the Sanyinjiao point on your left leg.
Massaging Taixi Point Boosts Yang Energy
The kidneys are the foundation of innate vitality, originating both primordial yin and yang energies within the body. Thus, they serve as the source of vital energy. Taixi Point is the source point of the kidney meridian, acting as the "Yangtze River" that gathers the meridian's vital energy. Ancient texts refer to Taixi as one of the "Nine Points for Restoring Yang," recognizing its exceptional efficacy in restoring yang energy and reversing critical conditions.
Massage technique for Taixi: Stimulating Taixi significantly enhances yang energy and kidney function. Men may routinely knead this point for about 5 minutes per session, without strict adherence to specific methods.
Of course, massage during the kidney meridian's peak flow period—between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM—yields even better results. Use the thumb of the opposite hand to press and knead, or employ an acupressure stick or smooth wooden rod. Apply pressure until you feel a sensation of soreness and fullness, accompanied by a tingling numbness.
Massaging Yongquan Point Enhances Yang Energy
Yongquan (KI1) is a crucial point on the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian. Located at the junction of the anterior third of the sole's midline—the depression formed when the toes are flexed—it is described in the Huangdi Neijing as: "The Kidney emerges at Yongquan, which is the center of the sole."This signifies that the energy of the kidney meridian, like spring water, originates from the soles of the feet and flows upward to nourish the entire body. Therefore, the Yongquan point plays a vital role in enhancing male vitality and overall health maintenance.
Regular massage of the Yongquan point can help men achieve abundant kidney essence, strengthen sexual vitality, improve hearing and vision, enhance mental vigor, boost sexual function, strengthen the waist and knees, and promote robust walking.
Yongquan Point Massage Method: Each night before bed, wash feet with warm water and press the Yongquan point with fingers. Alternatively, place a small round wooden stick under bare feet and roll it repeatedly to stimulate the point. This aids in strengthening yang energy, nourishing the kidneys, and enhancing male sexual function.