Introduction to the location of Zusanli
Zusanli is an acupoint in the meridians of the human body. It is located in front of the calf, three inches below the knee and slightly to the outside. This acupoint is regarded as an important active acupoint in traditional Chinese medicine theory. It can promote the smooth flow of qi and blood, regulate body functions, and also has certain therapeutic functions.
The significance of the pressure point in Zusanli
The Zusanli acupoint is often massaged because it has a great dredging effect. Because modern people sit for long periods of time, the body\’s circulatory system cannot flow smoothly and blood circulation is poor, causing the body\’s circulatory system to lose balance, followed by problems such as muscle stiffness and high blood pressure. Massaging the Zusanli acupoint can regulate endocrine, lower blood pressure, relieve fatigue, improve mood, etc.
Massage method in Zusanli
There are many ways to massage the Zusanli acupoint, the most common of which is to press with your fingers. When massaging, you can use appropriate force, so that you feel a slight soreness. Each massage lasts about 5 minutes. During massage, you can put your left foot on your right leg, or sit on a chair with your feet straight at a right angle, then press the acupoint with your fingers, massage downward, and then massage in the opposite direction.
In addition, you can also use hot compress, that is, use a hot water bottle to hot compress the acupoint for about 20 minutes each time.
Precautions for Zusanli acupoint
When massaging the Zusanli acupoint, you need to pay attention to the following points. First of all, the intensity and time of the massage should not be too strong or too long to avoid causing harm to the body. Secondly, your fingers should be relaxed when pressing to avoid problems such as muscle soreness or blood stasis. You also need to pay attention to how to use massage equipment to avoid physical trauma caused by misuse.
Conclusion
Massaging Zusanli acupoints can help the body relieve fatigue, balance emotions, regulate physiological functions and other benefits. It is a simple and easy fitness method. However, this method alone cannot effectively relieve the burden on the body. How to ensure long-term health of the body requires us to strengthen exercise, change our lifestyle, and reduce the stress on the body from the source.
