Tiantu Acupoint is one of the main acupoints on the Ren Meridian in the human body. It has the functions of regulating qi, transforming phlegm, clearing the throat, promoting lung qi circulation, and relieving cough. In addition, massaging the Tiantu acupoint can also treat plum pit qi. Let's learn about the method of massaging the Tiantu acupoint to treat plum pit qi.
Tiantu Acupoint Picture
[Acupuncture Method]
The Tiantu acupoint is located in the neck, on the midline, in the central depression of the sternal notch.
Method: The patient lies in a supine position, a 28-gauge 1.5-inch filiform needle is selected, and the acupoint is sterilized. The Neiguan acupoint on both sides is needled first, and then the Tiantu acupoint is needled after obtaining qi;
First, insert the needle straight into the skin for 0.2 inches, then with the needle tip facing downward, insert it 1-1.5 inches closely behind the sternum. After obtaining qi, the patient immediately feels a clear and lubricating sensation in the throat. The needle is retained for 30 minutes, and during the retention, the needle is twisted every 10 minutes to enhance the needle sensation. Once a day, 5 treatments make up a course of treatment.
Plum pit qi is more common in females and is often related to emotional stagnation. Symptoms include a foreign body sensation in the throat, inability to cough or swallow, and no positive signs on physical examination. Acupuncture at the Neiguan acupoint can smooth the emotions and regulate the chest and lung qi.
The Tiantu acupoint is located in the central depression of the sternal notch, close to the throat. When the needle is inserted, the patient immediately feels a clear and lubricating sensation in the throat;
Tiantu Acupoint Picture
This is mainly because needling this acupoint can reduce the airway resistance. After needling, the airway resistance during both the inhalation and exhalation phases decreases significantly from the heightened state, thereby regulating and smoothing the airflow and promoting emotional relief. The combined use of both acupoints has a coordinated effect.
When needling the Tiantu acupoint, it is important to strictly control the depth and angle of insertion to avoid damaging the lungs and related blood vessels. This therapy requires minimal selection of acupoints, is simple and convenient, and has good therapeutic effects.
[Acupressure Method]
Instruct the patient to use their index finger to repeatedly press the Tiantu acupoint (the central depression of the sternal notch) at irregular times throughout the day. The pressure should be moderate, with each press lasting for more than 10 times, until a local sensation of soreness, fullness, or slight pain is felt.
Continue this treatment for 2 months. Generally, patients can achieve significant results after about half a month of massage.
The Tiantu acupoint belongs to the Ren Meridian and is a key point for the circulation of qi. It can promote lung function, clear the voice, promote phlegm expectoration, regulate the chest, relieve qi stagnation, transform phlegm, calm the mind, and is mainly used to treat various diseases of the throat.
Tiantu Acupoint Picture
Changing needling of the Tiantu acupoint to finger pressure can avoid the risks of acupuncture and is safe, convenient, painless, easy to learn, easy to use, easy to promote, and yields satisfactory results.
In addition to the treatment, if appropriate psychological care is provided and the patient is advised to avoid eating fried, stir-fried, and spicy foods, the effect will be even better.
[Precautions]
Due to the unique local anatomy of this acupoint, the use of acupuncture may have the potential to cause accidents due to improper operation or the patient's special condition, which greatly limits the use of this acupoint.
When performing acupuncture at the Tiantu acupoint, it is not suitable to leave the needle in the acupoint or use strong stimulation techniques to avoid injury to the organs; caution is especially needed for patients with emphysema.
