Nowadays, more and more people are interested in using massage for health maintenance. This is because massage therapy is convenient and does not require any special medical equipment. It is also not limited by time, location, or climate, making it accessible anytime, anywhere. As a result, it has gained popularity among consumers. Do you know that massage therapy can actually promote longevity through four acupoints in the upper body? Let's take a closer look!
Massage therapy is a form of external treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the use of the practitioner's hands to apply pressure on the body surface, injured areas, discomforted areas, specific acupoints, and painful areas. Various hand techniques such as pushing, grasping, pressing, rubbing, kneading, squeezing, tapping, and patting are used to promote the circulation of meridians, regulate the flow of Qi and blood, relieve pain, expel pathogenic factors, tonify deficiencies, and restore the balance of Yin and Yang.
The upper body is an important part of the human body, connected to the chest and neck. According to traditional Chinese medicine, there are many acupoints in the upper body, including the Laogong point, Neiguan point, Waiguan point, and others. Among them, there are four commonly used acupoints that, when regularly massaged, can treat diseases and promote longevity.
Laogong Point:
Location: Make a fist and lightly press the palm with the index finger, middle finger, ring finger, and little finger. The point is located between the middle finger and ring finger.
Technique: Make a fist with one hand and tap the Laogong point of the other hand with the knuckles 16 times. Then switch hands and repeat.
Benefits: Clears heat, relieves restlessness, treats mouth ulcers caused by excessive heart fire, and treats mental disorders.
Neiguan Point:
Location: Bend the wrist joint slightly with the back of the hand facing up. The point is located two inches above the first horizontal crease on the back of the hand, between the two tendons.
Technique: Bend the arm with the palm facing up and use the thumb of the other hand to press and massage the acupoint. Apply moderate pressure until a sour or distending sensation is felt, and repeat for 1-2 minutes on each side.
Benefits: Calms the mind, soothes the liver, regulates the stomach and spleen, activates blood circulation, and promotes the flow of meridians.
Quchi Point:
Location: Bend the elbow with the palm facing up. The point is located in the depression where the elbow horizontal crease appears.
Technique: Use the tip of the thumb to massage the Quchi point on the other arm. Switch hands and repeat for 1-2 minutes.
Benefits: Expels wind, releases the exterior, regulates the intestines and stomach, and stimulates joint movement. It also regulates the functions of internal organs, reduces heat, and is an important acupoint for treating upper limb hemiplegia.
By regularly massaging these acupoints, you can not only alleviate various ailments but also promote longevity. So, why not give it a try and enjoy the benefits of massage therapy?
