Quze acupoint is located in the elbow region of the human body. Regular massage of the Quze acupoint has the effect of clearing the heart and relieving agitation. Therefore, when we experience symptoms such as chest heat and dizziness, we can regulate them by massaging the Quze acupoint. Let's take a look at the benefits of massaging the Quze acupoint.
Image of the Quze acupoint
【The accurate location of the Quze acupoint】
1. Standard positioning
The Quze acupoint is located in the elbow region, along the ulnar side of the tendon of the biceps brachii muscle[3].
2. Acupoint selection method
Place the palm upwards and flex the elbow at a 45° angle. Select the acupoint located at the depression on the ulnar side of the biceps brachii tendon.
Alternatively, you can quickly locate the acupoint by slightly bending the elbow. You can feel a large tendon inside the bent elbow, and the depression can be found above the inner horizontal lines, which is the Quze acupoint.
3. Acupoint anatomy
Below the Quze acupoint are the skin, subcutaneous tissue, median nerve, and brachial muscle. The radial and ulnar arteries and veins are also located in this area. The median nerve main trunk runs through this area. The skin is innervated by the medial antebrachial cutaneous nerve, and the skin lines are deeper.
Image of the Quze acupoint
【The benefits of massaging the Quze acupoint】
1. Calming the mind and relieving pain
In the Five Elements theory, the Pericardium Meridian belongs to the Fire element, while the Quze acupoint belongs to the Water element. Therefore, regularly massaging this acupoint has the effect of clearing the heart and relieving fire, calming the mind. If you often experience symptoms such as chest heat, dizziness, or if you have conditions related to Pericardium Meridian heat, such as hypertension or angina, you can regulate them by massaging the Quze acupoint.
In addition, the Quze acupoint can also be used to treat heart pain. In the ancient text "Bronze Man", it is mentioned that the Quze acupoint can "treat heart pain, relieve restlessness, relieve dryness and thirst, reverse qi regurgitation, treat wind spasms, and alleviate tremors in the arms, elbows, and wrists" and other symptoms.
2. Nourishing the liver
In the theory of Yin and Yang and the Five Elements, the liver belongs to the Wood element. The meaning of "Quze" is that there is a straight line within the curve, representing the harmonious balance between rigidity and flexibility. Therefore, "Qu" can be understood as the liver. This acupoint is particularly effective in treating liver diseases, and it has extraordinary abilities in nourishing and protecting the liver.
In addition, bleeding the Quze acupoint can also have the functions of clearing obstructions, promoting blood circulation, resolving stasis, and regulating the meridians. Furthermore, long-term pressure on this acupoint has very good effects on symptoms such as vomiting, spasms, muscle contractions, limb twitching, chest heat, dizziness, and headaches.
Image of the Quze acupoint
【Acupoint therapy for the Quze acupoint】
Treatment principles: If there is cold, perform bleeding or evacuate first and then supplement, or use water needles; if there is heat, use water needles or evacuate.
Massage therapy: Use the thumb to flick the Quze acupoint 100-200 times, which can improve palpitations, heart pain, and hemoptysis.
Moxibustion therapy: Use a moxa stick to gently warm the Quze acupoint for 5-20 minutes, once a day, to alleviate shock and heart pain.
Gua sha therapy: Use scraping with a horn-shaped tool to scrape the Quze acupoint for 3-5 minutes, once every other day, to treat fever, palpitations, heart pain, and restlessness.
Acupuncture therapy: Needle the Quze acupoint directly for 0.3-0.5 cun, causing local soreness and distension. The sensation can be dispersed towards the arm or elbow area (or use a three-edged needle to bleed).
