Dadu Point is an acupoint on the Foot Tai Yin Spleen Meridian. It is used to treat abdominal distention, stomach pain, and vomiting. Combined with Zusanli Point, it can effectively relieve abdominal distention. Here, I will explain the method of massaging Dadu Point to regulate the spleen and stomach. The specific steps are as follows:
Dadu Point's Functions and Effects
Dadu Point
Da means big, and du means capital. The acupoint is located on the big toe, where the meridian energy gathers.
【Location】
The point is located in the depression at the distal end of the first metatarsophalangeal joint on the dorsum, where the red and white flesh meet.
1. Sit in a comfortable position and press the depression in front of the first metatarsophalangeal joint on the dorsum, where the joint between the big toe and the sole of the foot meets. You should feel a soreness or distending sensation.
2. Press the depression at the distal end of the first metatarsophalangeal joint on the dorsum, where the red and white flesh meet. You should feel a soreness or distending sensation.
【Health Benefits】
Dadu Point can invigorate the spleen, relieve heat, and alleviate pain. It is used to treat abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, sweating due to fever, sequelae of cerebrovascular diseases, convulsions in children, toe pain, and cold limbs.
The Functions and Effects of Dadu Point
1. Functions of Dadu Point
Dadu Point can disperse spleen heat and treat abdominal distention, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation caused by heat. It is commonly used in modern times to treat abdominal distention, vomiting, and constipation.
Massaging Dadu Point to Regulate the Spleen and Stomach
2. The Effects of Dadu Point
Dadu Point is an important acupoint for calcium supplementation in the elderly. It can also treat muscle atrophy, osteoporosis, and back and leg pain. People with cervical spondylosis should also massage Dadu Point regularly.
Some elderly people experience muscle cramps every night, which is most likely due to blockage in the spleen meridian and ineffective calcium absorption. Massaging Dadu Point and Shangqiu Point for three minutes each every day can effectively alleviate leg cramps within three days.
3. Diseases Treated by Dadu Point
Digestive system diseases: gastritis, gastric spasms, abdominal distention, abdominal pain, acute and chronic enteritis;
Respiratory system diseases: sequelae of cerebrovascular diseases, convulsions in children, toe pain.
Massaging Dadu Point to Regulate the Spleen and Stomach
To enhance digestion, it is necessary to massage Dadu Point every day. Massage both feet for about 10 minutes until you feel soreness. Alternatively, you can use moxibustion on Dadu Point. Light one end of the moxa stick and hold it 1.5 centimeters above Dadu Point. Moxibustion should be done for about 5 minutes each time, three times a week. This method also produces significant results. Moxibustion on Dadu Point is especially suitable for people with depression or high work pressure.
