Foot acupressure points – How to massage the acupressure points on the feet for good health

Foot acupoints are considered extremely important and have a great influence on human health. In particular, the sole of the foot is where 300 different acupoints are gathered. Performing foot baths, acupressure massage or massage helps relax tendons and clear meridians. So what are the important acupoints on the feet? What are the effects of foot acupressure? Let’s learn more about these foot acupoints with Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa through the article below.

Important acupuncture points on the feet

Humans have many acupuncture points on the feet and each point has different effects on health. Therefore, understanding and remembering the acupuncture points on the feet helps you grasp your health status. Below are 6 important acupuncture points on the feet that you should know:

Acupuncture points on the soles of the feet

Yongquan Point

Yongquan acupoint, also known by other names such as Dia cu, Dia xung, Quyet tam,… is an acupoint on the sole of the foot, located at the lowest point in the middle of the sole of the foot about ⅓ forward. This is a foot acupoint that has the ability to strengthen the kidneys, regulate the body and detoxify the kidneys extremely effectively.

Yongquan acupoint is one of the 36 weak points of the body, so when performing acupressure, you need to use a moderate amount of force. Use your thumb to gently press the acupoint for 5 minutes every day. It should be done regularly every day before 5-7 am to bring about outstanding results.

Eight Winds Point

The Eight Winds acupoints include eight acupoints located between the toe joints of both feet, helping to effectively treat rheumatism, bunions, and plantar fasciitis. In addition, people often combine acupuncture with these acupoints on the soles of the feet to treat swollen, red, numb, and rheumatic feet.

Acupuncture points on the instep of the foot

Shangqiu acupoint

The Shangqiu point is one of the foot points located right below the ankle socket on the right side. When applied to the Shangqiu point, it helps treat indigestion, gastritis, enteritis, constipation, diarrhea as well as other diseases. Moreover, massaging and pressing this point helps the blood and energy to circulate from the spleen to the meridians and vice versa.

Taichong acupoint

Located on the instep of the foot, measuring from the gap between the toes and the ring finger, pull up 2 inches. This is a foot acupuncture point that is closely related to liver activities. Stimulating the Thai Xung acupuncture point helps promote the detoxification process in the liver, treating liver diseases such as physical weakness, jaundice or impaired liver function, … treating urinary retention, constipation, loss of appetite, indigestion, …

When performing acupressure, use your thumb to press a moderate amount of force on the acupuncture point, do it for about 4 minutes until you feel pain, then stop.

Nei Ting Point

The Nei Ting point is located on the top of the foot, between the 2nd and 3rd toes. Pressing this foot acupressure point helps treat enteritis, stomachache, headache, toothache, high fever, etc. You should press and hold the point for about 3 minutes and regularly every day to bring about clear results.

Jie Xi acupoint

The Giai Khe point, also known as Hai Dai, Hai Dai, is located at the center of the ankle crease, in the concave position between the tendon of the common extensor digitorum and the tendon of the long extensor digitorum. Acting on the Giai Khe point is an effective treatment for bone and joint diseases, numbness in the limbs, and sciatica. Depending on the medical condition, you can gently press the point for 1-3 minutes a day, while combining relaxing massage movements to increase the effectiveness of the treatment.

The wonderful effects of foot reflexology

According to Traditional Medicine experts, foot massage and acupressure bring endless benefits. Here are some great effects that you can refer to:

• Treatment of diseases such as colds, colds, …
• Reduce stress, pain and fatigue
• Prevent injuries, reduce pain and chemotherapy
• Stimulate the functioning of organs in the body
• Improve blood circulation
• Treatment and improvement of liver dysfunction, constipation and skin allergies
• Good support for pregnant women to reduce pressure on the legs and feet

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How to massage foot reflexology to cure all diseases

Foot reflexology to cure cough

The cause of cough can be due to lung damage or irritation from the nose and throat. Depending on each different cause, we will massage and press the acupressure points in each corresponding area under the foot.

If you have a cough, perform acupressure on the Dung Tuyen point on the foot. Use enough force with your fingers and hands to press, massage, and warm the point for about 15 minutes on each side of the foot. Should be done regularly 3 times/day for high efficiency.

Effective support for internal heat treatment

If you are in a state of internal heat, acne or hot flashes, you can immediately apply foot reflexology massage. Locate the acupressure point on the instep, through the gap between the big toe and the second toe. Use your thumb to gently press on the blood vessels, do this for 3-4 minutes until you feel a little pain, then stop. In addition, this method also helps detoxify the liver, cure insomnia, lower blood pressure, stroke,…

Foot reflexology cures headaches quickly

This is a method of treating headaches used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is based on the theory that acupressure points on the feet are connected to other organs and muscles in the body. Acupressure is performed by using fingers or small tools to stimulate or press on acupressure points on the feet.

There are many acupressure points on the feet that are said to be related to headaches. For example, the “Fengchi” and “Taiyang” acupressure points are said to help relieve headaches.

Foot massage relaxation

Daily foot reflexology massage helps bring a feeling of relaxation and comfort to the feet. At the same time, the acupuncture points of the feet will be cared for intensively, minimizing diseases in the body. Below are 3 simple steps for foot massage at home that you can do:

Step 1: Soak your feet

Soak your feet in a basin of warm water for about 10-15 minutes to soothe and relax the leg muscles. You can add bath salts or essential oils to the water to increase the relaxation effect.

Step 2: Massage your feet

Take a sufficient amount of massage oil, cream or lotion into the palm of your hand. Rub the oil or cream evenly on your feet, from the big toe to the heel and up to the ankle. Use your fingertips, palms or soles of your feet, applying moderate pressure to perform the massage movements of the acupuncture points on the feet.

Focus on areas such as the heels, ankles, soles, toes and ankles, as these are areas that are often under pressure and tension. Massage for about 10-15 minutes, or until you feel relaxed.

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Step 3: Clean your feet

Use a soft towel or a wet cloth to wipe off any massage oil, cream or lotion on your feet.

Notes when pressing acupuncture points on the feet at home

Using foot reflexology is widely used to prevent and treat many different diseases. However, patients also need to pay attention to the following:

• You need to understand the location of the foot acupuncture points as well as how to perform them before using massage and acupuncture methods. There are some cases where incorrect acupuncture points are applied, leading to pain, numbness, swelling, even sprains, dislocations, etc.
• In the process of performing massage exercises on the soles of the feet, if you do not understand the location of the acupuncture points, it is best to consult a doctor or go to a reputable massage spa to do it.
• You should use an appropriate pressure to avoid injury and difficulty walking.
• Do not perform foot reflexology when the body is showing signs of fever or suffering from diseases such as hepatitis, nephritis, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases or when women are pregnant.
• Avoid using foot reflexology massage methods after a full meal or using stimulants.
• Always keep your feet warm by soaking your feet in warm water or herbs to help with blood circulation. This method gives you a feeling of relaxation and helps you sleep well.
• Do not perform acupressure when your feet are in pain or injured or have open wounds.

Experience a professional foot massage at Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa

Hot stone massage is one of the most popular relaxation massage therapies today, not only helping to reduce pain but also supporting stress relief extremely effectively. This method uses smooth, flat basalt stones placed along the spine of the body, in the palms of the hands or along the legs and between the toes. Each stone will have a different temperature and is placed at different acupuncture points on the body.

In particular, the intensive foot massage treatment combined with hot stones at Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa is being rated as the top prestigious in Go Vap for service quality as well as bringing outstanding results. Below is the intensive foot massage process at Enbi Bao Bao that you can refer to:

• Step 1: Soak your feet with natural herbs and wipe clean.
• Step 2: Start the process by exfoliating your feet.
• Step 3: Scrub your heels for 20 minutes (depending on the thickness).
• Step 4: Massage your feet for 30 minutes and wipe with a warm towel.
• Step 5: Apply hot paraffin wax to help restore damaged tissue on your feet.
• Step 6: Remove the paraffin layer and apply a thin layer of moisturizing lotion.

Conclusion

Hopefully, the above sharing can help you better understand the foot acupoints as well as the miraculous uses of acupressure to treat diseases. If you want to have a relaxing foot massage, please contact Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa for the fastest consultation and appointment!

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