Three Fu patches are mainly applied during the three Fu days, so can they be applied at night?
Can Three Fu patches be applied at night?
It is not recommended to apply Three Fu patches at night.
On one hand, during the day, the Yang energy is vigorous, so applying Three Fu patches during the day can invigorate the Yang energy, which is not as effective at night;
On the other hand, Three Fu patches need to be applied under the guidance of a doctor, because the medication for each Fu is adjusted by the doctor according to the patient's physical condition, and different diseases require different acupoints to be applied accurately in order to achieve the desired results. Doctors who apply Three Fu patches at night have already finished their work, so it is not recommended for patients to apply them at home by themselves. If applied incorrectly, it not only has no effect but may also worsen the condition.
When is the best time to apply Three Fu patches?
The best time to apply Three Fu patches is during the day, and around 11 a.m. is the most effective time of the day. According to traditional Chinese medicine, there is a concept of unity between nature and humans, and around 11 a.m. is when the Yang energy is most vigorous in the natural world, as well as in the human body. At this time, the Qi and blood tend to be on the surface, the skin is relaxed, and the pores are open, which is conducive to the penetration of medication and the expulsion of pathogenic factors. Applying Three Fu patches at this time can better utilize this concept of traditional Chinese medicine to achieve better treatment results.
Can Three Fu patches be applied in the afternoon?
Three Fu patches can be applied during the day, so they are also effective in the afternoon. However, around 11 a.m. is the ideal time to apply Three Fu patches, and many people cannot apply them at this time due to work and lifestyle factors. It is not necessary to forcefully pursue this specific time point.
How long should Three Fu patches be applied?
The single application time should not be too long. For adults, it generally should not exceed 6 hours, for ages 12-18, 4-5 hours, for ages 8-12, 3-4 hours, and for ages 3-8, 2-3 hours. The specific duration should follow the advice of a physician, as each person's medication for patching is different.
Note: After patching, there may be mild itching and burning sensations in the local area, which are normal reactions to the medication. If there is no redness or swelling, the patch can continue to be applied. If there is blistering or rupture in the local area, the patch should be immediately removed, and the area should be disinfected with iodine or povidone-iodine and sterile dressing should be applied. The dressing should be changed 1-2 times daily until healing.
Can Three Fu patches be applied every day?
Three Fu patches should not be applied every day, nor is it necessary to do so.
Three Fu patches are applied based on the dates of the three Fu days each year. Generally, they need to be applied once on the first day of the head Fu, middle Fu, and end Fu. If the duration of the three Fu days is longer in a particular year, an additional patch can be applied every 10 days during the middle Fu.
2018 Three Fu patch application dates
Pre-Fu reinforcement: June 25, 2018 - July 16, 2018;
First Fu: July 17, 2018 - July 26, 2018;
Middle Fu: July 27, 2018 - August 15, 2018;
End Fu: August 16, 2018 - August 25, 2018;
Post-Fu reinforcement: August 26, 2018 - September 5, 2018;
