"Cheng Jiang" is a specific acupuncture point used to treat excessive salivation in children. The term "Cheng" means to receive or accept, while "Jiang" refers to the fluid or saliva in the mouth. Therefore, the name suggests that this point is where the saliva is received or accepted. Below is an accurate location diagram of the "Cheng Jiang" acupuncture point in children.
Accurate Location Diagram of "Cheng Jiang" in Children
"Cheng Jiang" is located on the face, precisely in the central depression of the mentolabial groove.
Benefits of Pediatric Massage on "Cheng Jiang"
Pediatric massage on "Cheng Jiang" has the functions of promoting salivation, regulating body meridians and promoting blood circulation. It also has the effects of dispelling wind, opening the orifices, and refreshing the mind. It is mainly used to treat conditions such as facial deviation, toothache, gum swelling, excessive salivation, oral ulcers, facial paralysis, facial swelling, aphasia, and urinary incontinence in children.
Advantages of Pediatric Massage on "Cheng Jiang"
In young children, due to weak constitution and incomplete development of teeth, they are prone to drooling. "Cheng Jiang" is located in the central depression below the lower lip, making it an effective point to treat various oral conditions, such as drooling, facial deviation, gum swelling and pain. These conditions can be effectively alleviated through massage on "Cheng Jiang".
Technique for Pediatric Massage on "Cheng Jiang"
The child should sit down, and the practitioner should use the index finger or thumb to press and knead the point. This technique is called "pinching Cheng Jiang" and is usually performed 3-5 times.
Specialized Pediatric Massage on "Cheng Jiang"
Apply strong downward pressure on the "Cheng Jiang" point using the tip of the thumb. Gradually increase the pressure from light to heavy until a certain level of compression is felt. Maintain this pressure for a period of time, and then slowly release. Repeat this process 30 times. With long-term massage, it can alleviate conditions such as toothache and gum swelling in children.
