The benefits of regular massage of Zusanli

Traditional Chinese medicine acupoint massage can strengthen the spleen and stomach. Zusanli is the most important and most commonly used acupoint. There is a saying that goes, "Regularly tapping the Zusanli acupoint is better than eating old hens." Zusanli is the "He point" of the stomach meridian, which has the effects of strengthening the body, regulating yin and yang, and strengthening the spleen and stomach. Regularly massaging this point can not only nourish the spleen and stomach, but also has a certain effect on eliminating fatigue and restoring vitality.

Finding the acupoint: How to find Zusanli? This acupoint is located four horizontal fingers below the outer kneecap and on the edge of the tibia. To find this acupoint, you can use the tiger's mouth to surround your knee, put four fingers together, place your index finger on the front edge of the tibia, and the position where the middle finger tip points is this acupoint.

Pressing method: It is best to feel a sore and swollen feeling when pressing. Massage 2 to 3 times a day, each time for 3 minutes. If you persist for a long time, it can not only harmonize the spleen and stomach, but also have the effect of strengthening the body and prolonging life. If you have moxa sticks at home, you can also use them for moxibustion. The moxa sticks should be hung at a height that produces a sense of heat. The moxibustion time is longer than the massage time, about 10 minutes. 1 to 2 times a week is enough.

Zusanli is mainly used to treat: stomachache, vomiting, abdominal distension, intestinal rumbling, indigestion, lower limb paralysis, diarrhea, constipation, dysentery, malnutrition, insanity, stroke, athlete's foot, edema, lower limb paralysis, palpitations, shortness of breath, and emaciation. This point has a wide range of indications and is one of the important points for strengthening the whole body. It can regulate and improve the body's immune function and has a disease prevention and health-care effect.