He Yang, the name of the acupoint, means the meeting and gathering. It belongs to the Foot Taiyang Bladder Meridian and is located directly below the He acupoint. In addition, the Bladder Meridian has two branches: one passes through the lower back, hips, and enters the middle of the knee, while the other follows the spleen meridian and enters the middle of the knee. The two yang meridians meet here, hence the name He Yang. Now let's explain in detail the accurate location and function of He Yang.
Accurate Location of He Yang
Position: Behind the lower leg, on the line connecting Wei Zhong and Cheng Shan, 2 inches below Wei Zhong.
Easy acupoint location: Prone position, straighten the lower leg, locate the midpoint of the transverse crease behind the knee, and measure 3 finger widths downward.
Analysis of He Yang Acupoint
He means meeting and gathering; Yang refers to the hot and yang energy. The name of this acupoint indicates that the yang energy of the Bladder Meridian above the knee gathers here, hence the name He Yang.
Anatomy of He Yang Acupoint
Between the two heads of the gastrocnemius muscle, there are small saphenous veins, deep veins are the popliteal artery and vein; there are branches of the saphenous nerve on the inner side, and the deep layer is the tibial nerve.
Functions of He Yang Acupoint
Effects: Relieves tendons and activates collaterals, dispels wind and eliminates dampness, regulates the lower jiao.
Functions: He Yang acupoint belongs to the Bladder Meridian and is located behind the lower leg. It is the first acupoint where the two lateral lines of the Bladder Meridian meet in the lower limbs. It has a strong effect on dredging the meridians and dispelling wind and dampness. It can be used to treat various disorders of the lumbar spine and lower limbs. This acupoint is located between the two muscle bellies of the lower leg, so it can dredge the local meridian energy, regulate local qi and blood, and treat calf cramps caused by local cold and dampness. This acupoint can also regulate the qi and blood of the lower jiao and treat disorders such as irregular menstruation, excessive vaginal discharge, and hernia in women.
Application and Combination of He Yang Acupoint
He Yang acupoint regulates the lower jiao and strengthens the lower back, and it is often combined with Huan Tiao and Yang Ling Quan to promote the circulation of meridians and collaterals, activate blood circulation, and relieve pain. It is mainly used to treat lower limb pain and paralysis. When combined with Shenshu, Guan Yuan, and Ci Liao, it can tonify the kidney, nourish essence, and treat impotence. When combined with He Gu, Jiao Xin, it can invigorate qi, stop bleeding, and treat irregular bleeding. When combined with San Yin Jiao, Zhong Ji, it can regulate menstruation, relieve pain, and treat dysmenorrhea.
Massage Method for Nurturing He Yang Acupoint
Use the thumb pad to press and knead the He Yang acupoint for 1-3 minutes each time. Persistently massage this acupoint can relieve back and leg pain, lower limb paralysis, and treat irregular menstruation and hernia.
