Most people think that Chinese massage can only treat back and leg pain. However, massaging the Tianchong acupoint can relieve gum swelling and pain in children. The Tianchong acupoint has the effects of dispelling wind, calming the mind, clearing heat, and reducing swelling!
Image of the Tianchong acupoint
【Location of the Tianchong Acupoint】
1. Standard location:
The Tianchong acupoint is located on the head, 2 inches directly above the posterior margin of the ear and 0.5 inches posterior to the Shuai Valley acupoint.
The Tianchong acupoint is located on the head, directly above the posterior margin of the ear, 2 inches into the hairline. The acupoint can be accessed while sitting upright or lying on one's side.
2. How to locate the Tianchong acupoint:
Sit upright with your back supported or lie on your side. Locate the acupoint 2 inches into the hairline, above the root of the ear, and approximately 0.5 inches posterior to the Shuai Valley acupoint.
3. Anatomy of the acupoint:
The Tianchong acupoint is located in the skin, subcutaneous tissue, upper ear muscle, temporal fascia, and temporal muscle. The skin is innervated by the auricular branch of the trigeminal nerve.
Layers of anatomy: skin → subcutaneous tissue → upper ear muscle → temporal fascia → temporal muscle.
It is also supplied by the posterior auricular artery and vein.
【Massaging the Tianchong Acupoint to Relieve Gum Swelling and Pain in Children】
1. Use the index finger of both hands to press the Tianchong acupoint for 3-5 minutes, once in the morning and once in the evening. This method can treat gum swelling and pain.
2. If gum swelling and pain are accompanied by toothache or headache, massage the Hegu acupoint as well to alleviate the pain.
3. Use the fingertips of the index, middle, ring, and little fingers to knead the Tianchong acupoint for 1-3 minutes. The degree of massage should be determined by local skin warmth. Regular massage can relieve gum swelling and pain, as well as headaches, in children.
