What are the important acupoints on the soles of the feet?

In traditional Chinese medicine, the foot can be said to be the second heart of the human body, so its health care is very important. It has countless nerve endings that are closely connected to the brain. So what are the acupoints on the soles of the feet? How to maintain good health?

Therefore, if you can insist on washing your feet with hot water before going to bed, you can stimulate these acupoints, promote the circulation of qi and blood, regulate the functions of internal organs, and relax the meridians throughout the body, thereby achieving the purpose of eliminating diseases, expelling evil spirits, invigorating qi and removing blood stasis, and nourishing vital energy. Let’s take a look at the benefits of foot soaking.

Location of Yongquan Point: Yongquan Point is located on the sole of the foot, in the depression at the front of the foot, 1/3 of the front line connecting the tip of the second and third toe webs and the heel. When looking for acupoints, it is recommended to sit upright or lie on your back with your feet crossed. Massage method: Place your thumb on the acupoint and rub it 20 to 30 times with strong force. It is best to massage in the morning and before going to bed. Efficacy: Massaging the Yongquan point can nourish yin and reduce fire, and can relieve symptoms such as dry mouth, dizziness, and anxiety caused by internal heat. The location of Dadun acupoint is about 2 mm from the edge of the root of the big toe (on the second toe side). When selecting acupuncture points, you can sit upright or lie on your back. Massage method: Press firmly for 7-8 seconds, then exhale slowly. Repeat about 10 times before going to bed every day. Acupressure on Dadun has quick effects.

Therefore, if you wake up late in the morning, you might as well do acupressure in bed. Efficacy: Dadun acupoint is one of the main acupoints on the liver meridian of the foot. It is regarded as an important acupoint for calming and restoring consciousness. It can treat dizziness, abdominal pain, muscle and rib pain, cold syndrome, low back pain, lower abdominal pain in women, etc. Massaging the Dadun point in the morning can make your mind clear and your eyes bright. Location of Taixi acupoint: Located on the inner side of the foot, in the depression between the back of the medial malleolus and the heel bone tendon. When selecting acupuncture points, one can sit upright with the soles of the feet flat or lie on one's back. Massage method: The best time to massage the Taixi acupoint is at 9 o'clock every night. Press 30 times at a time using your fingers. The best effect is when you feel soreness. Efficacy: Taixi acupoint is the original acupoint on the kidney meridian. As long as you insist on massaging and stimulating Taixi acupoint every day, you can mobilize the original power of life, and qi and blood will reach the face and descend to the feet. It can prevent and treat common diseases caused by winter climate, such as cold hands and feet, weakness in hands and feet, etc.