Many male friends nowadays are passive smokers, some because of work needs, others because of socializing. The hazards of smoking are well known to everyone. So, how can we quit smoking easily in our daily lives? Below, I will teach you the method of using traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture to quit smoking.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture: Choose the Right Acupoints to Quit Smoking Easily
Acupuncture to quit smoking generally involves using the Wang Bu Liao Xing acupoint, along with body acupuncture, with treatments scheduled 2-3 times a week. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the ear is not just a isolated auditory organ. From a holographic perspective, the auricle is like an inverted fetus, representing a miniature version of the human body. It is closely connected to various parts of the body, such as the internal organs, skin, and limbs, through meridians. Additionally, the ear has a rich distribution of nerves. Therefore, by gently and persistently stimulating certain parts of the ear that correspond to specific areas of the body, it can regulate overall bodily functions.
Usually, the doctor selects acupoints on the ear that correspond to the lungs, mouth, stomach, spleen, and other areas of the body. The acupoints are pressed using the Wang Bu Liao Xing herbal medicine, which is fixed with adhesive tape. The acupoints are pressed with the index finger and thumb until a sour or tingling sensation is felt. In winter, the acupoints can be left on the ear for 5-7 days, while in summer, they can be left for about 3 days. If they fall off, they can be replaced at any time at the hospital. After pressing the ear acupoints, body acupuncture can be used to enhance the therapeutic effect.
Match Acupuncture with Individual Constitution
Based on the patient's physical condition and body state, the following acupoints are commonly used for acupuncture treatment.
Lei Que Acupoint:
Located on the radial side of the forearm, above the styloid process of the radius, 1.5 inches above the wrist transverse crease, between the brachio-radialis and extensor pollicis longus tendons. It has the function of dispersing wind, promoting blood circulation, harmonizing the lungs and relieving wheezing. It is used to treat cough, asthma, sore throat, migraines, and neck and shoulder pain.
Lei Que acupoint can suppress cravings and treat symptoms such as cough, asthma, and excessive phlegm caused by smoking, relieving discomfort caused by smoking.
Bai Hui Acupoint:
Located on top of the head, 5 inches directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline, or at the intersection of a line connecting the tips of both ears and the midline of the head. It has the functions of calming the liver, extinguishing wind, calming the mind, improving cognition, opening the orifices, brightening the eyes, and raising yang qi. It is used to treat dizziness, headaches, forgetfulness, and insomnia.
Yin Tang Acupoint:
Located on the forehead, at the intersection of a line connecting the midpoint between the eyebrows and the midline of the forehead. It has the functions of resolving phlegm, clearing turbidity, dispersing wind, and opening the orifices. It is used to treat dizziness, headaches, nasal congestion, runny nose, dry eyes, and insomnia.
Nei Guan Acupoint:
Located on the inside of the forearm when the arm is bent, 2 inches above the wrist transverse crease, between the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis and the tendon of the palmaris longus. It has the functions of calming the mind, harmonizing the stomach, broadening the chest, descending counterflow, and stopping vomiting. It is used to treat chest pain, palpitations, chest tightness, chest pain, nausea, restlessness, and insomnia.
Bai Hui, Yin Tang, and Nei Guan acupoints have the effect of calming the mind and relieving stress, which can control the symptoms that appear after quitting smoking, such as fatigue, irritability, headaches, and dizziness. Not only does it alleviate the pain of quitting smoking, but it also helps smokers overcome their psychological dependence on tobacco.
