What are the benefits of tapping the soles of your feet?

Patting the soles of your feet is good for your health, which is equivalent to foot massage. We know that from the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the soles of the feet are home to a variety of acupoints and are a reflex area for the body's internal organs. Patting the soles of your feet is not only helpful for your health, but also has a good effect in relieving fatigue and promoting sleep. If you have headaches or some chronic diseases, you can use patting the soles of your feet to regulate your health.

What are the benefits of tapping the soles of your feet?

1. Treat neurasthenia, insomnia, fatigue, etc.

Yongquan acupoint means that the energy of the kidney meridian is like the water of a spring, originating from the feet and gushing out to irrigate all parts of the body. It is especially effective for neurasthenia, loss of energy, insomnia and fatigue. When massaging the Yongquan point, be sure to push and rub it with a little force until a slight warm feeling appears locally. You can also use moxibustion.

2. Treat headaches, high blood pressure, etc.

Regularly massaging the Yongquan acupoint can help treat sore throat, headache, dizziness, high blood pressure, etc. Since this area is the most sensitive, stimulation of it has the special effects of opening up the orifices, waking up the body, restoring yang and refreshing the brain. If someone is found to have suddenly fainted or lost consciousness, this point can be strongly stimulated and massaged 50 to 100 times.

5 major massage techniques for Yongquan acupoint

1. Soak the Yongquan acupoints on both sides in hot salt water. The hot water should be within the range that you can adapt to, add a little salt, and soak for 15 to 30 minutes before going to bed every day. 2. Use massage techniques to push, rub and tap the Yongquan acupoint. 3. Use moxa or medicated moxibustion once a day until you feel heat rising to the Yongquan acupoint. 4. Sit on the bed with your legs naturally spread upwards, or sit cross-legged. Then use your thumbs to push and rub the Yongquan point from the heel to the toes repeatedly; or use the palms of your hands to tap the Yongquan point naturally and gently. It is best to feel a warm feeling on the soles of your feet. 5. Take a natural position, supine or prone position, and rub your feet alternately against each other. You can also use the soles of your feet to rub the head of the bed or other equipment.