The spleen governs the normal circulation of blood in the blood vessels. When the spleen is not functioning properly, the most obvious symptoms include changes in body shape, rough skin, yellow and dull complexion, pigmentation, increased menstrual flow, indigestion, and low spirits. In daily life, we should pay attention to the maintenance of the spleen. So let's take a look at where to apply moxibustion to tonify the spleen.
Moxibustion on Pishu to harmonize the spleen and stomach
Pishu is located on the back, 1.5 inches beside the spine, below the eleventh thoracic vertebrae spinous process. It is advisable to use a prone position to locate the acupoint, but a sitting position can also be used.
Moxibustion method: Lie prone and locate the acupoint as required. Hold a burning moxa stick in your hand and hold it above the Pishu acupoint. Feel the burning sensation of the Pishu acupoint. Be careful not to drop the moxa ash on the moxibustion recipient to avoid scalding. Each moxibustion session should last 5-10 minutes.
Moxibustion effect: Pishu is an acupoint on the back that reflects the spleen's response. Moxibustion on this acupoint can harmonize the spleen and stomach, eliminate damp heat in the body, and relieve symptoms such as limb weakness and back problems.
Moxibustion on Xuehai to tonify the spleen and nourish the blood
Xuehai is located on the inner side of the thigh, 2 inches above the inner end of the patella, at the prominence of the medial head of the quadriceps femoris muscle. The acupoint should be located with the knee flexed.
Moxibustion method: Hold a burning moxa stick in your hand and aim the burning end at Xuehai. Feel the warmth without direct skin contact to avoid scalding. Each moxibustion session should last 3-5 minutes.
Moxibustion effect: Xuehai is an acupoint on the spleen meridian of the foot taiyin. Moxibustion on this acupoint can tonify the spleen and nourish the blood, enhance the digestive function of the spleen and stomach, and moxibustion before meals can not only control appetite but also prevent freckles.
Moxibustion on Sanyinjiao to invigorate the spleen and dispel dampness
Sanyinjiao is located on the inner side of the lower leg, 3 inches above the inner ankle, behind the medial edge of the tibia, with the knee flexed and forming a right angle.
Moxibustion method: Sit with the knee flexed and locate the acupoint as required. Hold a burning moxa stick in your hand and aim the burning end at Sanyinjiao. Feel the warmth without direct skin contact to avoid scalding. Each moxibustion session should last 5-8 minutes.
Moxibustion effect: Sanyinjiao is an acupoint on the spleen meridian of the foot taiyin. The three yin meridians of the foot converge at this acupoint, making it a suitable acupoint for regular moxibustion for health maintenance. Regular moxibustion on Sanyinjiao can invigorate the spleen, dispel dampness, eliminate bloating, and have a beautifying effect.
Moxibustion on Taibai to tonify the spleen meridian
Sit cross-legged, Taibai is located on the inner edge of the foot, below the first metatarsal head, at the depression between the red and white flesh.
Moxibustion method: Sit cross-legged as required and locate the acupoint. Hold a burning moxa stick in your hand and hold it above the Taibai acupoint. Feel the burning sensation of the moxa stick without direct skin contact. Each moxibustion session should last 3-5 minutes.
Moxibustion effect: Taibai is the original acupoint of the spleen meridian. Moxibustion on this acupoint can tonify the energy of the spleen meridian, invigorate the spleen and stomach, and treat various digestive system diseases. Regular moxibustion on this acupoint can promote digestion, relieve constipation, and prevent obesity.
Moxibustion on Gongsun to tonify the spleen and calm the mind
Gongsun is located on the inner side of the foot, in the depression below the base of the first metatarsal, at the junction of the red and white flesh.
Moxibustion method: Light the moxa stick and hold it above the Gongsun acupoint, 2-3 cm away from the skin. Each moxibustion session should last 5-7 minutes, with the right warmth sensation and a warm feeling in the stomach. People who often experience bloating can have moxibustion 2-3 times a week.
Moxibustion effect: Gongsun is an acupoint on the spleen meridian and is also connected to the stomach meridian of the foot yangming. It is an important acupoint where the eight meridians converge. It has the functions of tonifying the spleen and stomach, regulating the mind, and calming the mind. It also plays an important role in relieving muscle tension, promoting blood circulation, and removing blood stasis.
