The Quze acupoint is located in the middle of the elbow crease, on the ulnar side of the biceps tendon. It has the effects of regulating stomach function, clearing heat and detoxification. Therefore, it is often used to treat stomach pain caused by food accumulation, especially for symptoms such as nausea and vomiting during pregnancy in women.
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【Effect and Function of Quze Acupoint】
1. Relieving pregnancy vomiting
The Quze acupoint is the meeting point of the Pericardium Meridian, where the qi and blood of the Pericardium Meridian converge. This acupoint is located in the middle of the elbow crease, on the ulnar side of the biceps tendon.
The Quze acupoint is mainly used to treat gastrointestinal diseases such as food accumulation, which can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and acid reflux due to unclean diet. It can also be pressed to correct adverse reactions such as nausea and vomiting during pregnancy in women.
2. Treating stomach pain caused by food accumulation
The gastrointestinal tract is delicate and can easily be disturbed by excessive or improper eating, leading to acute gastroenteritis characterized by indigestion, abdominal distention, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and foul breath.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, this is caused by overeating or consuming unclean food, which damages the function of the gastrointestinal tract and obstructs the functions of digestion and separation. At this time, pressing the Quze acupoint near the elbow joint can relieve stomach pain and bloating.
Image of Quze acupoint
The Quze acupoint is the place where the qi and blood of the Pericardium Meridian gather. Stimulating it can directly supply qi and blood from the Pericardium Meridian to the intestines and stomach, improving their function and digestion ability, promoting qi circulation, relieving food accumulation, and alleviating pain. It has a good therapeutic effect on gastrointestinal diseases caused by food accumulation.
【Massage method of Quze acupoint】
When pressing the acupoint, use the thumb to press firmly for about 10 seconds, release, and then repeat the pressing for about 2-3 minutes each time. If accompanied by symptoms of cold abdominal pain, preference for warmth and pressure, moxibustion can be used.
1. Due to the decreased elasticity of blood vessels in the elderly and improper diet, many people suffer from heart disease. During the process of heart disease progression, exacerbation, or attack, symptoms such as palpitations, chest tightness, loss of appetite, etc. may occur.
At this time, massaging the Quze acupoint can relieve discomfort. The Quze acupoint is the meeting point of the Pericardium Meridian and not only has common characteristics for treating heart diseases with Pericardium Meridian acupoints, but is also particularly suitable for patients with heart disease accompanied by discomfort in the stomach, nausea, and vomiting.
2. This acupoint is located on the ulnar side of the biceps tendon, named "Quze," and has a nourishing nature. As the elbow and popliteal fossa are rich in blood, this acupoint is effective in treating conditions related to heat and blood disorders and is also good at treating heat-related diseases.
