Hand acupressure points and how to press them safely and effectively to treat diseases

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the hands are the convergence point of many major meridians and acupoints related to the internal organs of the human body. They are also the gateway for the circulation of qi and blood, playing a crucial role in regulating yin and yang, and the overall flow of qi and blood throughout the body. Acupressure and massage of the acupoints on the hands and fingertips help improve blood circulation, bringing positive effects in treating and preventing various diseases throughout the body. In this article, let’s explore the hand acupoints and the safest and most effective acupressure techniques with Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa.

Location of important acupuncture points on the hand

The hands are home to many different acupressure points, each with its own function in health care and disease treatment. Below are some important acupressure points on the hands:

Taiyuan acupoint

The location of this hand acupoint is on the horizontal line of the wrist, just below the thumb and in the depression above the radial artery. Below the acupoint is the groove for the brachial radial artery.

Acupressure on the Taiyuan point effectively affects the lungs and bronchi, primarily by dispelling wind, relieving thirst, regulating the lungs, and resolving phlegm. It is widely used in treating coughs with phlegm and chest pain. Furthermore, with its ability to replenish vital energy and regulate blood circulation, acupressure on the Taiyuan point effectively helps alleviate asthma, sore throat, bronchitis, and stroke.

Shangyang acupoint

The Shangyang acupoint is a point belonging to the Metal element, and is also the first point of the Large Intestine meridian. It is located at the outer corner of the index fingernail, about 1mm away. The skin in this area is regulated and innervated by the C7 nerve segment. Therefore, it is also where the Yin energy of the Lung meridian converges.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, massaging and pressing the Shangyang acupoint on the hand helps improve nerve problems, arm pain and fatigue, hand numbness, neck and shoulder pain, edema, red eyes, and tinnitus.

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Hegu acupoint

The Hegu acupoint is located between the thumb and index finger, slightly to the side, on the midline passing through the metacarpal bone of the second finger. On the skin’s surface, the acupoint is located near the end of the groove that appears when the thumb and index finger meet.

Massaging and pressing the Hegu acupoint stimulates the lung’s diffusion function, strengthens the body’s defensive qi, and helps alleviate symptoms such as colds, sinus congestion, allergies, sneezing, runny nose, sore throat, etc.

Ten Xuan acupoint

The Ten Xuan acupoints are ten different points located in the center of the ten fingertips. Massaging these acupoints on the hand helps treat conditions such as coma, high fever, convulsions, numbness in the fingertips, etc. Additionally, these points are used to treat epilepsy and provide first aid to stroke patients.

Eight Evil acupoints

These are eight acupoints located at the ends of the crease between two fingers (on the back of the hand). Each hand has four such acupoints; stimulating these points helps treat numbness, tremors, wrist joint pain, and hand paralysis caused by exposure to cold and dampness.

Laogong acupoint

This acupuncture point is located in the center of the palm. When you clench your fist and your fingers touch the palm’s vein line, the tip of your middle finger will be in contact with the palm; this is the location of the Laogong acupuncture point. Massaging this point on the hand is effective in treating bad breath, mouth ulcers, sweaty hands, sinusitis, epilepsy, dry mouth, etc.

Shaofu acupoint

The Shaofu acupoint, also known as Duai Ji, is the eighth of the 108 acupoints on the body. It is one of the palm acupoints located between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones. When the hand is clenched, the acupoint is located at the tip of the little finger and ring finger. The Shaofu acupoint offers many health benefits and is effective in treating several conditions such as headaches, chest pain, heart rhythm disorders, and supporting the treatment of urinary tract problems such as urinary retention and bedwetting.

Yu Ze acupoint

This is an acupuncture point located on the thumb. When you bend your index finger into your palm, the point where the tip of your index finger touches the thumb is the Yu Ze acupuncture point. Applying pressure to this point helps treat headaches, chest pain, sore throat, tuberculosis, hemoptysis, etc.

Three-Eyed acupoint

Located on the third joint of the ring finger, on the palm side. To locate this acupoint, divide the finger joint with three vertical and two horizontal lines. The intersection point at the top left is the acupoint’s location. This acupoint is believed to be closely connected to the digestive system and is effective in treating intestinal and stomach ailments.

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Acupressure on the hands can cure many diseases

Besides the important acupressure points, there are several other hand acupressure points that reflect various parts of the body. Massaging these points helps support and treat various ailments very effectively:

• Eye reflex point: Located below the space between the middle and index fingers. Supports the treatment of eye diseases such as cataracts, night blindness, color blindness, etc.
• Ear reflex point: Located below the space between the ring and little fingers. Effective in treating sore throats, throat pain, and ear infections.
• Lung reflex point: Located about 1cm below the space between the middle and ring fingers. Effective in treating lung-related diseases such as asthma and bronchitis.
• Abdominal reflex point: Located just above the thumb, below the index finger. Effective in treating abdominal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome.
• Kidney reflex point: Located on the thumb, about 1cm from the base of the thumb. Stimulating this acupoint helps support blood circulation in the kidneys, treating kidney and thyroid diseases.
• Shoulder and neck reflex point: Located about 1cm down from the gap between the little finger and ring finger. Pressing this hand acupoint helps relax the muscles in the shoulder and neck area, reducing fatigue caused by neck stiffness.
• Liver and gallbladder reflex point: Located about 2cm down from the base of the ring finger, this acupoint effectively treats liver and gallbladder diseases.
• Intestine reflex point: Located in the palm of the hand, on a straight line passing through the ring finger and about 2cm from the wrist. It is effective in treating intestinal diseases and digestive disorders.
• Cervical reflex point: Located on the left wrist just below the wrist crease, it helps improve cervical pain in women.
• Thyroid reflex point: Located between the index finger and thumb, on a straight line passing through the index finger. This acupressure helps balance energy throughout the body, treating thyroid-related diseases that cause fatigue, hair loss, mood swings, etc.

The method for pressing these hand acupressure points is as follows: Rub your palms together to warm them before pressing, then gently massage the acupressure points while simultaneously applying gentle pressure in a clockwise direction.

Notes on acupressure on the hands

Combine massage with hand acupressure

When performing hand acupressure, you can combine it with massage to increase the effectiveness of the acupressure process. Simply rub your hands together to warm the entire hand area.

Only perform hand acupressure when you have a thorough understanding of the subject

Hand acupressure is a safe and highly effective method for treating illnesses. However, not everyone can perform acupressure on themselves because each acupoint is connected to many nerves and different organs in the body. Therefore, if you are unsure about the acupoints and how to perform acupressure, it is best to seek professional acupressure services to ensure proper technique and effectiveness.

Suitable candidates for hand acupressure

Patients should consult with experts at reputable acupressure clinics before undergoing acupressure treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Patients with acute or serious illnesses such as cancer or kidney disease should carefully consider the risks before undergoing acupressure.

During pregnancy, patients should consult their doctor before undergoing hand acupressure. Massage can negatively impact the health of pregnant women, and it is especially important to avoid stimulating the Hegu acupoint.

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Why choose massage and acupressure services at Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa?

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• Health benefits: Massage and acupressure are proven methods that benefit health. They can help relieve pain, reduce stress, improve blood circulation, improve sleep, and activate the body’s natural self-healing mechanisms.

Conclusion

The article above has provided you with all the most important information about acupressure points on the hand. Hopefully, this article will help you gain more useful knowledge. Keep following Enbi Bao Bao Nail & Spa to stay updated with the latest news!

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