The Yintang point is easy to find, it is the midpoint of the line connecting the eyebrows. This acupoint is a gathering place for spiritual energy. There is a certain logic to observing health through the Yintang point. It is also a commonly used acupoint for massage. So what are the benefits of massaging the Yintang point?
Benefits of Massaging the Yintang Point
Frequent massage of the Yintang point can sharpen the mind, enhance memory, and improve vision.
It also has significant conditioning and improvement effects on nasal congestion, dizziness, headache, and decreased sense of smell caused by chronic rhinitis.
Functions and Treatments of Massaging the Yintang Point
Massaging the Yintang point has the functions of clearing the mind, improving vision, and opening the nasal passages. It is commonly used to treat head diseases including headaches, dizziness, rhinitis, insomnia, trigeminal neuralgia, hypertension, and neurasthenia.
Other Functions of the Yintang Point
The occurrence of diseases can be determined through the Yintang point.
The normal color of the Yintang point is paler than the surrounding area, like a red color wrapped in transparent white silk, with a hint of red being the best. If the Yintang point appears black, blue, red, or yellow, it indicates that there is a disease in the body.
A black Yintang point indicates poor heart function, insufficient blood supply to the brain, cerebral ischemia and hypoxia, or even myocardial infarction. Additionally, acute lumbar sprains can also cause a black Yintang point.
A blue Yintang point is different from a bruise after an injury. It is a faint blue color without much luster, usually indicating stagnant Qi and blood stasis.
If the Yintang point is too red, it suggests abnormal blood lipids, high blood pressure, a hot-tempered personality, and susceptibility to stroke.
A yellow Yintang point indicates insufficient Qi and blood in the body, as well as weak spleen and stomach functions.
When the above symptoms occur, massaging the Yintang point can help improve the condition.
Massage Techniques for the Yintang Point
1. Finger pressure rubbing method: Extend the middle finger of the right hand, bend the other fingers, place the fingertip of the middle finger on the center of the eyebrows, and press and rub the acupoint with moderate force. Massage once in the morning and once in the evening, for about 2-3 minutes each time.
2. Use the right thumb and index finger to pinch and slightly pull the skin between the eyebrows upwards. Do this 50-100 times in the morning and evening.
Precautions for Massaging the Yintang Point
Avoid giving strong stimulation to patients with poor physical constitution. Pregnant women and those who are hungry or fasting should generally avoid pressing this acupoint.
