The "Da Zhui" acupuncture point is a particularly useful point, as it is the intersection point of the Governing Vessel and all the Yang meridians in the body, making it the "pure Yang point on the surface". It is effective in treating all superficial conditions. Let's now discuss the accurate location and functions of the Da Zhui point in detail.
Accurate Location of the Da Zhui Point
The Da Zhui point is located in the spinal region, in the depression below the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra, along the midline of the body. When lying prone or sitting upright with the head lowered, the highest protrusion at the back of the neck corresponds to the 7th cervical vertebra, and the point is located just below it.
Functions of the Da Zhui Point
The Da Zhui point belongs to the Governing Vessel. It is the meeting point of the three Yang meridians of the hands and feet and the Governing Vessel, with a total of 7 meridians converging at this point. The Yang heat from the three Yang meridians merges here and ascends to the head together with the Yang energy of the Governing Vessel. Therefore, this point acts as a hub for the circulation of Yang energy in the head, and has the functions of regulating the Governing Vessel, dispelling wind and cold, and stopping spasms caused by wind.
Effects of the Da Zhui Point
1. The three Yang meridians of the hands and feet and the Governing Vessel are all Yang meridians, and they converge at the Da Zhui point, making it the most abundant source of Yang energy in the body. It is considered as the most important point for replenishing Yang energy, as Yang energy is the foundation of the body's defense against external pathogens. By replenishing Yang energy, it can enhance the body's resistance and serve as a preventive measure against diseases. Yang energy also plays a vital role in promoting the circulation of Qi and blood, making it effective in treating various diseases.
2. The Da Zhui point is a hub for the circulation of Yang energy. By stimulating this point through pinching and pressing, it can promptly relieve internal heat and improve fever symptoms.
3. Massaging the Da Zhui point can promote the circulation of meridians, warm Qi and blood, and ensure sufficient Yang energy in the body, thus helping to resist severe cold, improve cold limbs, and alleviate pain.
Diseases Treated by the Da Zhui Point
The Da Zhui point belongs to the Governing Vessel and is located at the junction of the chest and neck. It is the meeting point of the Governing Vessel and the three Yang meridians of the hands and feet. The Governing Vessel governs all Yang energy in the body, while the Taiyang meridian governs the surface, the Shaoyang meridian governs the pivot, and the Yangming meridian governs the interior. Therefore, this point can dispel wind and release the surface, regulate Yang energy flow, and treat conditions such as intermittent fever caused by wind-cold, as well as alleviate Yangming interior heat, treat fever, and heatstroke. It can also clear Yin deficiency and internal heat, treating symptoms like bone steaming and tidal fever. Being the meeting point of all Yang meridians, an excess of heat can induce wind, so it can also stop spasms and treat conditions like infantile convulsions and opisthotonos. As the Governing Vessel passes through the brain, stimulating this point can harmonize Yin and Yang, calm the spirit, and treat conditions like infantile convulsions and mania.
Common Combinations for Treating the Da Zhui Point
For headaches and stiff neck, it can be combined with Fengchi and Taiyang; for fever and malaria, it can be combined with Jianzhen and Houxi; for heatstroke, it can be combined with Quchi and Weizhong; for common cold with fever, cough, and asthma, it can be combined with Feishu and Quchi; for bone steaming and tidal fever, it can be combined with Taixi and Fulu; for epilepsy, it can be combined with Houxi, Fenglong, and Jiuchi; for infantile convulsions, it can be combined with Baihui, Siguan, and Renzhong; for opisthotonos, it can be combined with Jinshu, Taichong, and Yanglingquan; for back pain and lumbar pain, it can be combined with Houxi, Jizhong, and Weizhong.
Massage Techniques for the Da Zhui Point Health Care
Take a deep breath and gently press the Da Zhui point with the index finger, slowly exhale, hold for a few seconds, and then slowly release. Repeat this process 10-15 times.
