The Qi and blood of the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian must be sufficient and the meridians must be unobstructed in order to ensure the normal functioning of the intestines and stomach. This will also provide enough nourishment to the skin and hair, resulting in a healthy body. Therefore, it is recommended to massage the Stomach Meridian regularly. Now let's discuss the sequence of massage for the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian in detail.
Sequence of Massage for the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian
Start from the abdomen and move down to the lower leg along the Stomach Meridian. Repeat the motion of pushing, rubbing, and kneading the meridian three to five times. Pay special attention to massaging the acupoints Tian Shu and Zu San Li, and massage each acupoint for 2-3 minutes.
Facial Stomach Meridian: The Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian has the widest distribution in the face, from the forehead to the chin, from the nose to the cheeks. Rub your hands together until they feel warm, then cover your face with your hands and perform a washing motion, repeating this several times. Pay special attention to massaging the acupoints Cheng Qi and Si Bai, and massage each acupoint for 2-3 minutes.
Important Acupoints for Massage on the Stomach Meridian
Si Bai Acupoint - Beauty and Eye Care Acupoint
Massaging Si Bai Acupoint is beneficial for the eyes. Regularly massaging this acupoint can relieve eye fatigue and improve eyesight. It is effective for eye diseases such as myopia and color blindness. In addition, Si Bai Acupoint is also a good acupoint for beauty and whitening. Regular massage of this acupoint can reduce wrinkles around the eyes and achieve a whitening effect.
Location: Si Bai Acupoint is located below the pupils, in the depression beneath the eye socket.
Massage Method: Use the index fingers of both hands to massage the acupoint. During the massage, the fingers should not move, and the massage area should cover the entire face. Massage each time for 1-2 minutes, twice a day.
Cheng Qi Acupoint - Treatment for Eye Disorders
Massaging Cheng Qi Acupoint is beneficial for preventing pseudo-myopia or slowing down the progression of myopia. It can accelerate the blood circulation of the skin around the eyes and eliminate dark circles. Long-term massage can also prevent and treat sagging eye bags. People with gastric prolapse are prone to sagging eye bags. Cheng Qi Acupoint is an acupoint on the Stomach Meridian and can regulate the function of the stomach, thus improving its function.
Location: Cheng Qi Acupoint is located below the eyes. To locate this acupoint, look straight ahead with the eyes facing forward. It is located in the depression below the lower edge of the eye socket.
Massage Method: Place the tips of the index fingers of both hands on the acupoint, with the thumbs against the cheekbones. First press and then rub the acupoint, inhaling 18 times when pressing and exhaling 18 times when rubbing.
Tian Shu Acupoint - Treatment for Diarrhea and Constipation
Tian Shu is the meeting point of the Large Intestine Meridian and the Yangming Meridian. It regulates and harmonizes the intestines and stomach, promotes the movement of Qi, resolves stagnation, and aids digestion. It is an important acupoint for the abdomen. Massaging Tian Shu Acupoint has a beneficial dual-adjustment effect on different conditions of the body. It can promote the smooth flow of meridians and lead the body back to normal. Although diarrhea and constipation are opposite symptoms, the root cause is still a problem with the intestines and stomach. Massaging Tian Shu can regulate the meridians, bringing the body back to normal, which can stop diarrhea and regulate bowel movements.
Location: Tian Shu Acupoint is located in the abdomen, 2 inches beside the midline, at the level of the navel and three fingers' width away from it.
Massage Method: Lie on your back in bed or sit on a chair or sofa. Loosen your belt and expose your navel. Relax your whole body as much as possible. Press the acupoints on both sides with the tips of your thumbs, gradually increasing the pressure and holding it for 4-6 minutes. Slowly lift your fingers (without leaving the skin) and massage the area for a while.
Massage Timing for the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian
The Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian has the most abundant Qi and blood flow during the Chen period (7:00-9:00 am). At the Mao period, the Yang Qi in the body has fully emerged. During this time, the sun rises and the body needs to nourish Yin to regulate the balance of Yin and Yang. This is also the time when the Qi and blood of the Stomach Meridian are the most vigorous. Massaging the Stomach Meridian during this period can regulate the gastrointestinal function and activate the body's "power generation system" to supply all the organs and tissues in the body.
Characteristics of the Zangfu Organs on the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian
1. During the Chen period, the Stomach is the key organ for nourishing and maintaining health. The Stomach needs to be able to descend smoothly in order to pass food into the small intestine and then eliminate food residue through the large intestine, maintaining the normal circulation of Stomach function.
2. The Spleen governs transportation and transformation, referring to the Spleen's function of transforming food and drink into refined substances and transporting these substances to all organs and tissues in the body. It includes the transformation of food and drink, and the absorption and transport of fluids. The Spleen, in coordination with the Kidneys, Lungs, San Jiao, and Bladder, regulates and maintains the balance of fluid metabolism in the body.
3. The Stomach governs descent while the Spleen governs ascent and clarity. The Stomach and Spleen are interrelated. Qi and blood will flow into the Spleen Meridian during the next period.
4. The Stomach is an accessory organ of the Spleen. It can accommodate and temporarily store ingested food, and then digest it in the stomach.
Course of the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian
The Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian starts at the Cheng Qi Acupoint below the eye socket and travels from the head to the foot, running through the front of the face. In the chest, it runs 4 inches beside the Ren Meridian, and in the abdomen, it runs 2 inches beside the navel. In the lower extremities, it runs along the outer edge and stops at the Lixue Acupoint beside the outer corner of the second toe on the foot.
