Foot acupoint massage method

There are many acupoints on each of our feet, which can have a great effect on the whole body. Regular foot massage can effectively relieve our tired body throughout the day, but massage must master scientific methods, and must not be performed blindly, otherwise it may bring counterproductive effects. I believe everyone is particularly interested in the foot acupoint massage method. Let’s briefly describe the foot acupoint massage method below.

． Positioning and main indications of foot acupoints: In order to accurately locate acupoints and improve therapeutic effects, it is necessary to master the positioning method.

(1) Bone measurement method.

① From the posterior edge of the heel to the base of the middle toe is 10 inches.

② The distance from the highest point of the medial and lateral malleolus to the sole of the foot is 3 inches.

③ The distance from the inner red and white flesh border of the first metatarsophalangeal joint to the outer red and white flesh border of the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint on the sole is 5 inches, and the same applies to the dorsum of the foot.

④The widest part of the heel is 3 inches.

(2) Natural landmark positioning method. This method is to determine the acupuncture points based on the natural markings of the human foot. Such as the transverse toe lines, toe tips, metatarsophalangeal joints, metatarsal heads, toe suture ends, medial malleolus highest point, lateral malleolus highest point, navicular tuberosity, etc.

(3) Location and indications of acupuncture points on the foot 2. Acupoint selection principles

(1) Select acupoints based on the symptoms of the disease. In clinical practice, acupoints can be selected based on the main symptoms of various diseases. Select acupoints that have therapeutic effects on the main symptoms. For example, headache points can be selected for headache, and sleeping points can be selected for insomnia. Acupoints with similar therapeutic effects can be used in combination. For example, sciatica can be treated by massaging the Sciatica 1 and 2 points at the same time. Acupoints with therapeutic effects and acupoints selected for symptoms can also be used in combination. For example, for insomnia accompanied by headaches, the sleep points can be used in combination with the headache points for treatment.

(2) Select acupoints based on the location of the disease. Choose the corresponding acupoints for massage according to the site of disease onset. For example, for stomachache, you can massage the stomach point, and for urinary retention, you can massage the bladder point and kidney point.

Knowing more about foot acupoint massage methods is very helpful for improving our own physical fitness. You can try to do it, the effect is very significant. At the same time, you can soak your feet frequently, which can also help us relieve physical fatigue and effectively achieve the purpose of health preservation.