Maintaining Vitality: Cupping Therapy for Middle-Aged and Elderly Health

November 28, 2023

The common physiological characteristics of healthy middle-aged and elderly people are: strong physique, bright eyes, loud voice, firm teeth, flexible limbs, upright posture, shiny hair, smooth bowel movements, and good hearing and vision. However, everyone's constitution and health condition are different, so their aging periods also vary. However, through cupping therapy, middle-aged and elderly people can maintain the balance and stability of the internal environment of the body. Combined with dietary regulation, emotional adjustment, exercise, work-life balance, early prevention of diseases, and early treatment if necessary, even in old age, they can still maintain a strong body, agile thinking, and good hearing and vision.

[Acupoint selection]

(1) Prevention of hypertension: Quchi, Zusanli, Fengchi, Fengfu;

(2) Prevention of diabetes: Shenshu, Guanyuan, Yangchi, Piyu, Panyu (1.5 inches below the spinous process of the 8th thoracic vertebra);

(3) Strengthening qi, tonifying essence, and nourishing kidneys: Qihai, Guanyuan, Sanyinjiao;

(4) Strengthening the body and preventing diseases: Feishu, Fengmen, Dazhui.

[Cupping method] Simple cupping method. Choose one set of acupoints from the above 4 groups, and alternate between the 4 groups. Use a suction cup or fire cup to suction the acupoints and leave the cup for 15-20 minutes. Once a day, or every other day, persist for a long time for good health benefits.

[Main treatment] Middle-aged and elderly health care.

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