Spring is the season when rhinitis is most common. Many people often have problems like sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, and rhinitis. This is where the Yingxiang acupoint comes in handy. The Yingxiang acupoint is a place on the surface of the body that is sensitive to wind and is also a place to stop wind. It is a point for treating wind and can be regularly massaged to dispel wind from the head and face, disperse coldness from the top of the head, and enhance the body's ability to resist bacteria. Regularly rubbing the Yingxiang acupoint can also promote blood circulation around the nose, make the qi and blood flow smoothly, and prevent external pathogens from easily invading the body. Let's take a look at how to treat rhinitis by massaging the Yingxiang acupoint together with the editor.
【Location of Yingxiang Acupoint】
The Yingxiang acupoint is one of the acupuncture points in the human body. It is located on the face, about one centimeter away from the wrinkles on the side of the nasal wing (next to the midpoint of the nasolabial groove). This acupoint is mainly used to treat diseases such as rhinitis, nasal congestion, sinusitis, runny nose, nasal diseases, toothache, and cold. The Yingxiang acupoint is the first acupoint for treating rhinitis.
【Massage Techniques】
1. Rubbing method
Use the index fingers of both hands to press the Yingxiang acupoints on both sides of the nose, and rub each acupoint in a clockwise and counterclockwise direction for 50 times. It is suitable if there is a sore and bloated feeling radiating to the forehead. This method is often used for preventing influenza.
2. Kneading method
Use the thumb of one hand to press and knead the Yingxiang acupoint on one side of the nose, kneading in a clockwise direction for 10-15 times, then kneading in a counterclockwise direction for 10-15 times, and then switch to the other side. This method is often used for nasal congestion and runny nose caused by wind-cold cold.
3. Pressing method
Bend the thumb and press the Yingxiang acupoint with the interphalangeal joint of the thumb. It is suitable if there is a sore and bloated feeling in the nose, and it is more effective if the nose feels sore and tears. This method is often used for prevention and treatment of allergic rhinitis.
4. Tremor method
Use the radial side of the fingertips of both hands to press the Yingxiang acupoints on both sides at the same time, and tremor each acupoint for 50 times. This method is often used for self-care of chronic rhinitis.
【Benefits of Massaging the Yingxiang Acupoint】
1. Relieve and treat rhinitis, nasal congestion, sinusitis, runny nose, nasal diseases, etc.
2. Relieve and treat cold, toothache, impaired sense of smell, facial paralysis, itching, and biliary ascariasis, etc.
【Seven Precautions for Rhinitis Patients】
1. Rhinitis is mostly caused by catching a cold, so it is necessary to strengthen physical exercise and enhance resistance. Activities like morning jogging, swimming, cold water bathing, and washing face with cold water can enhance physical fitness and improve the body's tolerance to cold.
2. Avoid excessive fatigue, lack of sleep, chilling, smoking, alcohol consumption, and other factors that can weaken the body's resistance. These factors can cause a decrease in the regulation function of the nasal mucosa, making it easier for viruses to invade and cause illness.
3. Wear masks when going out during autumn and winter or during the flu season, avoid public gatherings as much as possible, isolate patients, and use white vinegar fumigation to disinfect the air in contaminated indoor areas.
4. Chinese medicine can be used for prevention. For example, taking ginger and brown sugar water early after catching a cold can expel "cold evil". During the flu season, herbal medicines such as Schizonepeta, Ledebouriella, and Isatis root can be taken.
5. From 5 am to 10 am in the morning is the peak time for pollen dispersion, so it is best not to stay outdoors for a long time during this period.
6. Change and clean bed sheets and covers in a timely manner to prevent dust mites and their secretions from causing allergic rhinitis.
7. Maintain indoor air humidity or use air filters to prevent the nose from becoming too dry.
