The brain occupies a central position in the normal physiological functions and psychological activities of the human body; therefore, maintaining brain health is crucial for ensuring overall physical and mental well-being.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the brain is regarded as the “Sui Hai” (髓海), further emphasizing its status as an important organ in the body. To care for the brain daily, the Acupuncture Rehabilitation Treatment Center of Hunan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine offers an effective health maintenance method—TCM Tuina (推拿). Through professional TCM Tuina techniques, you can protect your brain health!
“Na Wu Jing, Dian Bai Hui, An Feng Chi, Rou Tai Yang, Xun Lie Que”
1. “Na Wu Jing” is one of the classic TCM massage techniques, utilizing the five fingers to act on the Du Meridian (督脉), Bladder Meridian (膀胱经), and Gallbladder Meridian (胆经) on the head. This technique can help to unblock the meridians and improve the circulation of Qi and blood in the head, achieving the effects of unblocking the meridians and resisting external pathogens.
(1) The specific steps include:
① Spread the five fingers to form a shape similar to an eagle’s claw, with the middle finger pointing at the Du Meridian, the index and ring fingers on either side of the Bladder Meridian, and the thumb and little finger on the Gallbladder Meridian.
② Apply pressure with the fingertips in a tapping and kneading manner for 5-10 seconds until a noticeable soreness is felt.
③ Relax the fingertips and move the five fingers vertically upward about 1 cm, then apply pressure again.
④ Repeat this process starting from the hairline to the base of the skull, generally recommended for 20-30 times.
⑤ Finally, use your fingers as a comb to brush from the front hairline to the back hairline, generally combing 4 times.
2. Dian Bai Hui, Bai Hui (百会) is located at the center of the top of the head and is one of the important acupuncture points in the body. Pressing Bai Hui can invigorate the mind and enhance intelligence.
(1) The specific steps include:
① Use the middle or index finger of one hand to press on Bai Hui.
② Gently press down on the point, gradually increasing the pressure to create a sensation of soreness. The pressure should be moderate to avoid discomfort.
③ Each press can last for 1-3 minutes, or adjusted according to your tolerance and needs.
④ Maintain a moderate rhythm in pressing to enhance the effect.
3. An Feng Chi, Feng Chi (风池) is located on both sides of the neck and has the functions of dispelling wind, relieving exterior conditions, clearing heat, and brightening the eyes. Massaging Feng Chi can alleviate symptoms such as headaches and dizziness.
(1) The specific steps include:
① Place the pads of both thumbs or index fingers on the points.
② Perform circular kneading for 1-5 minutes each time.
③ The pressure should be adjusted to create a sensation of soreness in the local area or according to your tolerance and needs.
4. Rou Tai Yang, Tai Yang (太阳) is located between the end of the eyebrow and the outer corner of the eye, about one horizontal finger’s width back in the depression. Massaging Tai Yang can relieve headaches and eye fatigue.
(1) The specific steps include:
① Use the pad of the middle or thumb to press on Tai Yang.
② The pressure should be moderate to avoid causing pain.
③ The pressing time can last about half a minute or adjusted according to your tolerance and needs.
5. Xun Lie Que, Lie Que (列缺) is a Luo point of the Hand Tai Yin Lung Meridian (手太阴肺经) and one of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians, connecting to the Ren Meridian (任脉). Massaging Lie Que helps to regulate Qi and blood, improving blood supply to the brain.
(1) The specific steps include:
① Lie Que is located on the radial side of the forearm, above the radial styloid process, 1.5 cun above the wrist crease.
② Use the pad of the thumb or index finger to massage, applying moderate pressure to create a sensation of soreness.
③ Each massage can last for 1-2 minutes, or adjusted according to your tolerance and needs.
By utilizing TCM Tuina techniques such as “Na Wu Jing, Dian Bai Hui, An Feng Chi, Rou Tai Yang, Xun Lie Que,” you can effectively promote blood circulation in the head, relieve fatigue, and enhance attention and memory.
TCM Tuina is a simple, safe, and effective health maintenance method. Let us actively incorporate TCM Tuina into our daily lives to safeguard our brain health.
Acupuncture Rehabilitation Treatment Center
The Acupuncture Rehabilitation Treatment Center was established on March 1, 2022, consolidating all therapists in the hospital. The department is located on the 15th floor of the Internal Medicine Building. As of November 2023, the department has 37 therapists, with team members holding multiple international and domestic professional technical certifications, such as Chiropractic Medicine, Long’s Chiropractic, AKA Therapy, Repetitive Promotion Therapy, NJF, Neurodevelopmental Therapy, MTT, Scoliosis, and other professional certifications. The Acupuncture Rehabilitation Treatment Center is committed to the cause of TCM rehabilitation treatment, deeply implementing the purpose of “Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine to Serve the People’s Better Life.” The center focuses on musculoskeletal pain rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, post-operative orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, critical care rehabilitation, accelerated surgical rehabilitation, scoliosis rehabilitation, swallowing disorder rehabilitation, speech disorder rehabilitation, and chronic disease elderly rehabilitation, effectively applying traditional rehabilitation techniques alongside modern rehabilitation treatment technologies in clinical rehabilitation. Currently, the Acupuncture Tuina Rehabilitation Treatment Center has specialized treatment rooms for TCM, scoliosis treatment, chiropractic treatment, Tuina traction, sports rehabilitation hall, occupational therapy room, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation room, speech therapy room, hand function rehabilitation room, transcranial magnetic treatment room, physical factor treatment room, and rehabilitation assessment room. The center is equipped with internationally advanced brain-machine interface hand function rehabilitation systems, isokinetic strength assessment and training systems, cardiopulmonary assessment and treatment systems, transcranial magnetic therapy, infrared polarized light therapy devices, musculoskeletal ultrasound, semiconductor laser, shockwave therapy, three-dimensional traction beds, and speech therapy and assessment systems.
We will do our utmost to help you recover your health as soon as possible!
Department Phone: 0731-28290268
Wen Chongqin: 18607339025
Luo Fangzheng: 15802511595
Author: Acupuncture Rehabilitation Treatment Center
Editor: Luo Fangzheng
First Review: Wen Yuelan, Second Review: Long Tengfang, Tan Panpan, Third Review: He Guo
