Chinese medicine is profound and extensive. Not only are Chinese herbal medicines popular, but Chinese massage is also gaining more and more recognition. Massage can not only relieve fatigue, but also treat certain diseases. Today, I will introduce the Tianchong acupoint to you!
【Location of Tianchong Acupoint】
The standard location: The Tianchong acupoint is located on the head, 2 inches directly above the posterior margin of the ear root, and 0.5 inches posterior to Shuai Gu acupoint.
The Tianchong acupoint is located on the head, directly above the posterior margin of the ear root, 2 inches into the hairline. It can be accessed while sitting upright or lying on the side.
The Tianchong acupoint is located above the posterior region of the auricle in the temporal area of the head, directly above the posterior margin of the ear root, 2 inches into the hairline.
Or it can be accessed approximately 0.5 inches posterior to the Shuai Gu acupoint (as described in the "Fourteen Meridians Manifestation," "Comprehensive Examination of Meridians and Acupoints," and "Golden Mirror of Medicine").
Another description states: "In the ear, about three finger widths anterior" (from "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Jia Yi Jing") or "about three inches anterior to the ear" (from "Essential Prescriptions for Emergencies Worth a Thousand Gold").
【Chinese Medicine Teaches You How to Massage the Tianchong Acupoint】
1. Use the index fingers of both hands to press the Tianchong acupoint, once in the morning and once in the evening, pressing for 3-5 minutes each time. 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 index finger, middle finger, ring finger, and little finger to press and knead the Tianchong acupoint for 1-3 minutes, with the local skin feeling warm as a measure. Persist in massaging every day to relieve symptoms such as gum swelling and pain in children, as well as headaches.
【Combinations with the Tianchong Acupoint】
The Tianchong acupoint can be combined with the Mochuang acupoint and Fengchi acupoint to treat headaches.
The Tianchong acupoint can be combined with the Baihui acupoint and Touwei acupoint to promote meridian circulation and relieve pain, mainly treating headaches.
The Tianchong acupoint can be combined with the Tiantu acupoint and Shuitu acupoint to disperse nodules and treat goiter.
The Tianchong acupoint can be combined with the Baihui acupoint, Neiguan acupoint, and Taichong acupoint to regulate liver qi and calm the mind, mainly treating hysteria.
