Patients with high blood lipids can also be relieved and treated by cupping. So where is the best place for cupping for high blood lipids?
High Blood Lipids Cupping Location Diagram
Lung Yu Point
1. Location of Lung Yu Point:
Lung Yu Point is located on the back, below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side. It is the back Yu point of the lung.
2. Method of selecting Lung Yu Point:
Lie prone, Lung Yu Point is located below the spinous process of the third thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side of the Governing Vessel (Du Mai) column.
3. Function of Lung Yu Point:
Dispels heat from the lungs. Lung Yu Point has the functions of releasing the surface, promoting lung function, clearing heat, regulating lung and nourishing, and clearing heat from fatigue.
Jueyin Yu Point
1. Location of Jueyin Yu Point:
Jueyin Yu Point is located on the back, below the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side. It is the back Yu point of the pericardium.
2. Method of selecting Jueyin Yu Point:
Lie prone, Jueyin Yu Point is located in the spinal area, below the spinous process of the fourth thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side. Can be selected in prone or supine position.
3. Function of Jueyin Yu Point:
Dispels heat from the pericardium. Jueyin Yu Point has the functions of calming the mind, regulating Qi and blood, relieving chest congestion, and promoting blood circulation and relieving pain.
Heart Yu Point
1. Location of Heart Yu Point:
Heart Yu Point is located in the spinal area of the back, below the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side. It is the back Yu point of the heart.
2. Method of selecting Heart Yu Point:
Lie prone, at the fifth thoracic vertebra spinous process, 1.5 inches to the side of the Shendao (Governing Vessel).
3. Function of Heart Yu Point:
Dispels heat from the heart ventricle. Heart Yu Point has the functions of calming the mind, regulating Qi and blood, relieving chest congestion, and promoting blood circulation and calming the mind.
Du Yu Point
1. Location of Du Yu Point:
Du Yu Point is located in the spinal area of the back, below the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra, about 1.5 inches to the side of the midline. Can be selected in prone or supine position.
2. Method of selecting Du Yu Point:
Lie prone, at the sixth thoracic vertebra spinous process, 1.5 inches to the side of the Lingtai (Governing Vessel).
3. Function of Du Yu Point:
Supplements Yang and Qi. Du Yu Point has the functions of relieving chest congestion, regulating the intestines and stomach, regulating Qi and relieving pain, and strengthening the heart and improving blood circulation.
Qu Chi Point
1. Location of Qu Chi Point:
Qu Chi Point is located on the outer side of the elbow crease, when the elbow is flexed, at the midpoint of the line connecting the He Gu Point and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. That is, at the concave area of the elbow joint.
2. Method of selecting Qu Chi Point:
Flex the elbow 90 degrees, at the outer side of the elbow crease.
3. Function of Qu Chi Point:
Transforms heat of the spleen and dries dampness of the large intestine meridian, provides yang heat from the heavens.
He Gu Point
1. He Gu Point Location:
He Gu Point is located on the back of the hand, between the 1st and 2nd metacarpal bones, at the midpoint of the radial side of the second metacarpal bone.
2. Method of selecting He Gu Point:
Press the thumb and index finger together and select at the highest point.
3. Function of He Gu Point:
He Gu Point has the functions of dispelling wind, releasing the surface, clearing lung Qi, and promoting digestion.
Qi Men Point
1. Qi Men Point Location:
Qi Men Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, 5 inches above the wrist crease. It is the Qi point of the Hand Jueyin Heart Protector meridian.
2. Method of selecting Qi Men Point:
Supine position, slightly flexed wrist, 5 inches above the wrist crease, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, between the flexor carpi radialis tendon and the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
3. Function of Qi Men Point:
Disperses dampness, calms the mind, clears Ying and cools blood.
Jian Shi Point
1. Location of Jian Shi Point:
Jian Shi Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, 3 inches above the wrist crease, between the flexor carpi radialis tendon and the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon. It is an acupoint of the Hand Jueyin Heart Protector meridian.
2. Method of selecting Jian Shi Point:
Jian Shi Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, 3 inches above the wrist crease, between the flexor carpi radialis tendon and the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.
3. Function of Jian Shi Point:
Dissipates heat, expands the chest and stomach, calms the mind, stops malaria. Jian Shi Point has the functions of nourishing the heart and calming the mind, regulating the stomach and eliminating phlegm.
Nei Guan Point
1. Location of Nei Guan Point:
Nei Guan Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, 2 inches above the wrist crease, between the flexor carpi radialis tendon and the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon. It is one of the important points of the Hand Jueyin Heart Protector meridian.
2. Method of selecting Nei Guan Point:
Patient in sitting or supine position, palm up, Nei Guan Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the line connecting Qu Ze and Da Ling, 2 inches above the wrist crease, between the flexor carpi radialis tendon and the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon (or about three fingers wide in the center of the nearest wrist crease).
3. Function of Nei Guan Point:
Disperses water dampness, calms the mind, regulates Qi and stomach, regulates the stomach and eliminates counterflow, regulates Qi and relieves pain.
Tong Li Point
1. Location of Tong Li Point:
Tong Li Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the radial side of the ulnar flexor tendon, 1 inch above the wrist on the palm side.
2. Method of selecting Tong Li Point:
Tong Li Point is located on the palm side of the forearm, on the radial side of the ulnar flexor tendon, 1 inch above the wrist on the palm side.
3. Function of Tong Li Point:
Tong Li Point has the functions of calming the mind, promoting the smooth flow of the tongue, clearing heat and calming the mind, and activating meridians and collaterals.
Zu San Li Point
1. Location of Zu San Li Point:
Zu San Li Point is located on the outer side of the lower leg, 3 inches below the knee, one horizontal finger (middle finger) away from the anterior crest of the tibia.
2. Method of selecting Zu San Li Point:
Sit with knees flexed, select the calf nose point, measure 4 horizontal fingers downwards (i.e., 3 inches), and press with a tingling sensation.
3. Function of Zu San Li Point:
Dries dampness of the spleen, generates stomach Qi.
San Yin Jiao Point
1. Location of San Yin Jiao Point:
San Yin Jiao Point is located on the inner side of the lower leg, specifically on the inner side, 3 inches above the inner ankle, behind the medial edge of the tibia.
2. Method of selecting San Yin Jiao Point:
When selecting the point, start from the inside of the ankle and go up four fingers wide, corresponding to the concave area just above the ankle tip on the inner side of the tibia.
3. Function of San Yin Jiao Point:
Tonifies the spleen and nourishes the kidneys, regulates the liver and nourishes blood, calms the mind and aids sleep.
Tai Chong Point
1. Location of Tai Chong Point:
Tai Chong Point is located on the dorsum of the foot, behind the first metatarsal-phalangeal joint.
2. Method of selecting Tai Chong Point:
Sit upright or lie supine, Tai Chong Point is located between the first and second metatarsal bones, at the junction of the metatarsal bone and the proximal end of the radial side of the flexor hallucis longus tendon.
3. Function of Tai Chong Point:
Tai Chong Point has the functions of extinguishing liver wind, clearing the head and eyes, regulating the lower jiao, calming the liver and dispelling heat, soothing the liver and nourishing blood, and clearing and benefiting the lower jiao.
Gong Sun Point
1. Location of Gong Sun Point:
Gong Sun Point is located on the medial side of the foot, below the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin.
2. Method of selecting Gong Sun Point:
Sit upright or lie supine, behind the first metatarsophalangeal joint, 1 inch from the Tai Bai (Sp 3) point.
3. Function of Gong Sun Point:
Gong Sun Point is an acupoint of the Foot Taiyin Spleen meridian, connecting with the Foot Yangming Stomach meridian. Its main function is to regulate the spleen and stomach, and it is one of the main points for treating digestive system diseases such as indigestion, abdominal distension, diarrhea, and edema caused by spleen and stomach weakness.
Cupping Method for High Blood Lipids
Select Lung Yu Point, Jueyin Yu Point, Heart Yu Point, Du Yu Point, Qu Chi Point, He Gu Point, Qi Men Point, Jian Shi Point, Nei Guan Point, Tong Li Point, Zu San Li Point, San Yin Jiao Point, Tai Chong Point, Gong Sun Point and other acupoints, use simple fire cupping method to suction the acupoints, leave the cups for 10 minutes, once a day.
Lifestyle Care for Hyperlipidemia
1. Establish good lifestyle habits. Quit smoking and drinking, strengthen physical exercise, choose light to moderate sports activities suitable for oneself, balance work and rest, relieve various mental worries, and have a relaxed mood for a healthy life.
2. Moderate exercise can increase energy consumption, improve lipid metabolism, and prevent excessive body fat and blood lipids. Exercise can reduce the blood lipid levels of patients with hypertriglyceridemia to normal levels. High blood lipid patients in good health without coronary heart disease should engage in regular exercise, such as long-distance running, cycling, swimming, playing ball games, and mountain climbing.
Note: However, vigorous exercise is not suitable for patients with coronary heart disease, severe hypertension, and diabetes. Such patients should engage in appropriate medical exercises such as Tai Chi under the guidance of a physician according to their condition.
Diet Therapy for Hyperlipidemia
1. A reasonable diet is the basis for treating hyperlipidemia. Excessive intake of high cholesterol foods, such as animal fats, animal brains, viscera, cream, shellfish, should be restricted.
2. The diet structure should be reasonably adjusted, with a ratio of 15% protein, 20% fat, and 65% carbohydrates (sugars).
3. It is also necessary to supplement high-quality protein, eat more fresh vegetables, and consume appropriate fruits. You can eat more eggplant, onion, hawthorn, tomato, soy products, soybeans, corn, walnuts, and milk.
