Laogong Acupoint (PC8), the name of the acupoint. Mentioned in "Ling Shu Ben Shu". Also known as Wuli, Palm Center, and Ghost Road. Belongs to the Hand Jueyin Pericardium Meridian. Fire acupoint. Located in the center of the palm, between the second and third metacarpal bones, slightly towards the third metacarpal bone. It is at the tip of the middle finger when making a fist. Some say it is at the tip of the ring finger when making a fist (Tai Ping Sheng Hui Fang). It is where the Median Nerve of the second finger and the Ulnar Artery of the palm are located. It is used to treat coma, fainting, heatstroke, vomiting, heartache, madness, epilepsy, oral ulcers, bad breath, and chilblains, etc. Needle insertion depth is 0.3-0.5 cun. Moxibustion with 3 moxa cones or moxa sticks for 3-5 minutes. Located in the center of the palm, between the second and third metacarpal bones, slightly towards the third metacarpal bone. Needle insertion is relatively painful, so it should be used with caution in the elderly, the weak, and pregnant women. 
Location
Located in the center of the palm, between the second and third metacarpal bones, slightly towards the third metacarpal bone. When making a fist, it is at the tips of the middle and ring fingers. There are two relatively large palm lines intersecting to form the shape of the Chinese character "ren". It extends along the middle finger towards the palm and passes through the area below the intersection of the Chinese character "ren". This overlapping area is the Laogong Acupoint.
Excessive work stress is a common problem in society, especially for men, who are more prone to illness due to stress. They can often massage the Laogong Acupoint. The location of Laogong Acupoint is easy to find, it is located at the tip of the middle finger when making a fist. It is commonly used in clinical practice to treat mental disorders, stroke coma, heatstroke, and other emergencies. It can also treat epilepsy, vomiting, bad breath, hiccup, oral ulcers, etc. Regular massage of this acupoint can help regulate the mind, clear the heart and stomach, and have a good preventive and therapeutic effect on mouth sores, palpitations, and other symptoms caused by work stress and tension.
Self-Massage Therapy for Diabetic Patients
Massage techniques include pressing and rubbing, and can be done with both hands crossing over. Each acupoint should be massaged for 10 minutes, 2-3 times a day, without time or location restrictions. Massage can also be done with blunt objects such as small wooden sticks or pen caps.
Acupressure on Laogong Acupoint for Treating Sudden Increase in Blood Pressure
Make a fist, and the Laogong Acupoint is located at the tip of the middle finger. Hypertensive patients may experience a sudden increase in blood pressure due to anger, rage, or excitement. At this time, the Laogong Acupoint can be pressed. Start pressing from the Laogong Acupoint on the other hand with the thumb, and press each fingertip alternately. During the acupressure, maintain a calm and even breath. The elevated blood pressure can be relieved after acupressure.
