We all know that stimulating certain acupoints can help with certain ailments in our body and nourish our organs. Sanyinjiao is an acupoint on the leg that, when regularly massaged, can benefit the spleen, blood, liver, and kidneys, and also has a calming effect. However, in order to maximize the effectiveness of the massage, it is important to choose the right time to do it.
11 AM: Massage Sanyinjiao for the spleen
Sanyinjiao is an acupoint on the spleen meridian. One of the spleen's main functions is to eliminate dampness and toxins from the body. At 11 AM each day, when the spleen meridian is most active, massaging the Sanyinjiao acupoint on both legs for 20 minutes each can help eliminate dampness and toxins from the body. Many skin conditions such as eczema, hives, and allergies are often caused by internal dampness and toxins. By massaging Sanyinjiao, these troublesome "troublemakers" can be expelled, and the skin can regain its smoothness and delicacy. In addition, massaging Sanyinjiao can also help treat spleen and stomach weakness, indigestion, abdominal distension, diarrhea, excessive vaginal discharge in middle-aged women, and uterine prolapse.
5-7 PM: Massage Sanyinjiao for the kidneys
The Ren meridian, Du meridian, and Chong meridian, which are three important meridians in the body, all originate from the uterus. From 5-7 PM each evening, when the kidney meridian is most active, massaging the Sanyinjiao acupoint on both legs for about 15 minutes each can help maintain the health of the uterus and ovaries and promote the smooth flow of the Ren meridian, Du meridian, and Chong meridian. Additionally, by nourishing the kidneys, it can have a positive effect on enhancing sexual desire in middle-aged women.
9-11 PM: Massage Sanyinjiao to regulate the Triple Burner
If you want to maintain smooth facial skin and prevent sagging breasts after the age of 40, in addition to regular eating habits, it is also important to massage the Sanyinjiao acupoint on both legs for about 15 minutes each around 9-11 PM each evening, when the Triple Burner meridian is most active. This can help regulate menstruation, remove blemishes and acne, and so on. The Triple Burner is a major pathway for the circulation of qi and blood in the body, so it is important for all organs to receive nourishment from qi and blood. However, it is necessary to massage the acupoint consistently every day in order to see results after a month.
Massage technique: When massaging, hold the outer ankle with the four fingers of one hand, and press the thumb perpendicularly on the Sanyinjiao acupoint. Press with a rhythm of tightening and loosening, and combine it with massage movements to create a sense of soreness and numbness. After massaging the left Sanyinjiao, continue with the right side. Alternatively, if you prefer a simpler method, you can just press and rub the acupoint regularly, use moxibustion with Ai sticks if available, or use a meridian hammer to tap and stimulate the acupoint. Although these methods may take more time, as long as you persist, you will feel the unique effects of massaging Sanyinjiao.
