Guanyuan is one of the commonly used acupoints of the Ren Meridian. It is located in the Dantian and is the place where the primordial Qi is stored. It has been an important acupoint for health preservation since ancient times. Let's take a look at the functions and benefits of massaging Guanyuan.
The Functions of Massaging Guanyuan
Guanyuan is located in the Dantian and is connected to the essence chambers of the ovaries and testes. It is a crucial point for life and the storage of true essence. It is closely related to the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians, as well as the Conception and Governor vessels. Massaging Guanyuan has the effects of nourishing the Kidneys, strengthening the foundation, nourishing the essence and blood, and regulating the Conception and Governor vessels. Modern research has shown that massaging Guanyuan can significantly reduce oxygen consumption rate, increase oxygen consumption, improve the body's compensatory ability, and enhance immune function.
Relieving Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea
Place the index and middle fingers together and use the fingertips to massage Guanyuan in a clockwise direction for 80-100 times, until the local skin becomes slightly red. Regularly massaging Guanyuan can help relieve abdominal pain, diarrhea, and hernia.
Treating Male and Female Diseases
Cross your hands and place them on the Guanyuan acupoint, applying slight pressure. Then, quickly and slightly move your hands up and down. This can help tonify the Kidneys, strengthen Yang, regulate Qi and blood, and nourish the primordial Qi. It is used to treat nocturnal emission, impotence, premature ejaculation, and other male diseases.
Resolving Gynecological Issues
Rotate your palms on the lower abdomen and then place your thumb on the Guanyuan acupoint (located on the midline below the umbilicus, 3 cun below the navel). Apply continuous pressure for about 1 minute, until there is a sour, tingling, and distending sensation. This method can regulate the lower Jiao, regulate the Conception and Governor vessels, and prevent and treat dysmenorrhea, uterine prolapse, urinary incontinence, abnormal vaginal discharge, menstrual disorders, amenorrhea, and abnormal leukorrhea.
Strengthening Essence and Promoting Health
Start with the Guanyuan acupoint as the center and repeatedly massage it in one direction with one hand for 3-5 minutes. The pressure should be gentle. Then, coordinate with your breath and apply pressure to the acupoint for 3 minutes. Alternatively, lie on your back or sit, and use your index or middle finger to massage Guanyuan in a clockwise direction for 2 minutes, then press the acupoint for 30 seconds, until there is a sour and distending sensation. This method has the effects of tonifying Yang, strengthening the primordial Qi, and promoting health.
Longevity and Health
Lie on your back and gently pinch the Guanyuan acupoint with both hands. Alternatively, use your thumb to press the Guanyuan acupoint for 1 minute, until there is a sour and distending sensation. Do this once a day or every other day to promote longevity and maintain youthful vitality.
