In life, massage is commonly used to treat various diseases. Now let's follow the editor to learn about the efficacy and role of the Ran Gu point, as well as the treatment of menstrual disorders through massage of the Ran Gu point. How to find the location of the Ran Gu point?
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[Location of the Ran Gu Point]
1. Standard positioning
The Ran Gu point is located on the inner edge of the foot, below the medial malleolus, between the tendons. It is the Yin Qiao point of the Kidney meridian of the Foot Shaoyin.
2. Acupoint selection method
The Ran Gu point is located on the inner side of the foot, below the medial malleolus, between the tendons. The acupoint can be selected in a supine position or sitting upright.
Quick acupoint selection: Sit with the feet hanging down, and the obvious bony landmark in front and below the medial malleolus, which is the depression in front of the medial malleolus, is the Ran Gu point.
3. Acupoint anatomy
Below the Ran Gu point are the skin, subcutaneous tissue, abductor hallucis muscle, and long flexor muscle of the toes. It is supplied by branches of the medial plantar artery and the posterior tibial artery. It is also distributed with the cutaneous branches of the medial leg nerve and the plantar branches of the medial plantar nerve.
The skin is supplied by the cutaneous branches of the medial leg nerve. This area is the transition between the sole and the dorsum of the foot. The abductor hallucis muscle is innervated by the medial plantar nerve, and the long flexor muscle of the toes is innervated by the muscle branch of the tibial nerve.
[Efficacy and Functions of the Ran Gu Point]
(1) Efficacy of the Ran Gu Point
The Ran Gu point has the effect of nourishing Yin and tonifying the Kidney, clearing heat and dampness. It is mainly used to treat sore throat, coughing up blood, polydipsia, menstrual disorders, impotence, priapism, itching in the genitals, nocturnal emissions, umbilical hernia, pain and swelling in the foot and ankle, etc.
Acupuncture at the Ran Gu point has a hypotensive effect on primary hypertension. It has a certain specificity in affecting eosinophils. It can improve the function of the endocrine system.
It is commonly used in the treatment of pharyngitis, cystitis, urethritis, orchitis, menstrual disorders, semen deficiency, enuresis, infertility, vulvar pruritus, diabetes, tetanus, tonsillitis, vomiting, night sweats, etc.
(2) Functions of the Ran Gu Point
1. Regulating the gastrointestinal tract
Regular massage of the Ran Gu point can not only quickly induce a sense of hunger, but also treat discomfort caused by excessive eating. It is an acupoint with bidirectional regulation.
In summary, massaging the Ran Gu point every day can not only increase appetite, but also keep the gastrointestinal tract relaxed.
2. Treating restlessness and dry mouth
If a person has excessive internal heat, they will always feel thirsty, become anxious, and have a dry mouth. They may also have restlessness and insomnia at night. In this case, the Ran Gu point can be used to solve the problem.
You can massage the Ran Gu point before going to bed, and the symptoms will be relieved in a few minutes. Therefore, the Ran Gu point can be used to eliminate internal heat.
3. Treating sore throat
Sore throat is a typical symptom of internal heat, and the Ran Gu point is particularly suitable for relieving dryness in the throat.
[Diseases Treated by the Ran Gu Point]
The Ran Gu point is mainly used to treat hoarseness, coughing up blood, polydipsia, itching in the genitals, priapism, menstrual disorders, impotence, nocturnal emissions, umbilical hernia, pain and swelling in the foot and ankle, etc.
1. Urinary and reproductive system diseases: cystitis, urethritis, orchitis, semen deficiency, enuresis;
2. Otorhinolaryngological diseases: pharyngitis, tonsillitis;
3. Gynecological diseases: menstrual disorders, infertility;
4. Others: myocarditis, vulvar pruritus, diabetes, mental illness.
[Massage Techniques for the Ran Gu Point]
1. Massage
First, accurately locate the Ran Gu point, and press it firmly with the thumb, then immediately relax.
When pressing the Ran Gu point, there will be a strong tingling sensation in the surrounding area and even the entire leg along the Kidney meridian, but the tingling sensation will disappear immediately when the fingers are relaxed.
After the tingling sensation subsides, continue massaging using the above method, repeating it 10 to 20 times. Both feet should be massaged at the Ran Gu point.
If you are doing it yourself, you can massage both acupoints at the same time.
