Dr. Li is a retired Western doctor, and his daughter, Xiaoli, is an enthusiastic Chinese medicine practitioner. A few months ago, Dr. Lee was diagnosed with insufficient blood supply to the brain. Since then, Xiaoli has often told him to tap specific acupuncture points, hoping to improve his condition in this way. But Dr. Lee, a lifelong believer in Western medicine, always scoffed at his daughter's advice.
Dr. Li had hoped that Xiaoli would continue his career and study Western medicine. Xiaoli's interest in traditional Chinese medicine is strained, which makes the relationship between father and daughter strained. Whenever Xiaoli mentioned Chinese medicine**, Dr. Li was always disdainful, and even a few times the two quarreled because of this, and almost broke off the father-daughter relationship.
The most recent altercation took place on a sunny afternoon. Xiaoli once again persuaded her father to try Chinese medicine**, but Dr. Li firmly refused, insisting that Western medicine was the only solution. As the argument intensified and Dr. Lee became emotional, his blood pressure rose and he suddenly fainted.
The accident prompted Dr. Li to be rushed to the hospital, where he suffered a cerebral infarction. In the hospital, facing the appearance of her father lying on the hospital bed, Xiaoli's heart was full of remorse.
1. The harm and causes of insufficient blood supply to the brain
Headaches: When the blood supply to the brain is insufficient, brain cells can be triggered by a lack of oxygen. This headache may persist for a period of time, seriously affecting normal life and work.
Vertigo: Especially when changing body positions or standing quickly. Insufficient blood supply to the brain can cause blood pressure to drop, which can trigger feelings of vertigo, which can compromise safety, especially when driving a vehicle or operating machinery.
Mental fatigue and difficulty concentrating: When the brain does not get enough oxygen and nutrients, thinking and cognitive abilities can be affected, manifesting as sluggish thinking, difficulty concentrating, and memory loss.
Unhealthy lifestyle: Irregular eating habits, lack of exercise, long hours of sitting at work, etc., can lead to obesity and cardiovascular health problems, which in turn affect the blood supply to the brain. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can also damage blood vessels, increasing the risk of insufficient blood supply.
There are various causes of insufficient blood supply to the brain, including chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and vascular disease. High blood pressure and high blood lipids can damage the walls of blood vessels, increasing the risk of blood clots, which limits the ability of blood to flow to the brain. Diabetes can damage small blood vessels, resulting in a lack of blood supply. Vascular diseases, such as hardening of the arteries, can also restrict blood flow.
2. Pat 3 parts
Pat acupuncture point 1 - head acupuncture point
Top of the head: Using your fingers, gently massage the top of the head, from the forehead along the scalp to the back of the head, and then in the opposite direction, from the back of the head to the forehead, 10-15 times back and forth. This acupressure massage helps to promote blood circulation in the head, relieves headaches and reduces feelings of stress.
Acupuncture points: Massage the temples with your index and middle fingers 10-15 times clockwise and 15 times counterclockwise. Massage of the acupuncture points relieves headaches, relieves tension and helps to relax the brain.
Fish waist acupuncture point: located above the ear, the position of 2 horizontal fingers on the lower edge of the auricle. Massage this point with your index and middle fingers, 10-15 times clockwise and 15 times counterclockwise. Fish waist acupressure massage can help soothe head discomfort, especially for people with nervous head and eye discomfort.
Pat acupuncture point 2 - acupuncture point on the chest
Xinyu acupuncture point: the 4th rib space located at the lower edge of the sternum. Massage this point with your index and middle fingers, 10-15 times clockwise and 15 times counterclockwise. Massage of the Xinyu acupoints helps to regulate heart function and help the heart pump blood more efficiently, thereby improving blood supply to the brain.
Sternal acupuncture point: located in the second rib space at the lower edge of the sternum. Massage this point with your index and middle fingers, 10-15 times clockwise and 15 times counterclockwise. Massage of chest and hip points can relieve heart palpitations and anxiety, and help reduce the burden of tension on the heart.
Thenar point: Located at the level of the nipple on either side of the sternum. Massage this point with your index and middle fingers, 10-15 times clockwise and 15 times counterclockwise. Fish acupressure massage can soothe shoulder and neck pain, reduce tension in the body, and help to relax.
Pat acupuncture point 3 - acupuncture points on the legs
Wind City Acupuncture Point: Located in the front of the calf, 3 horizontal fingers below the knee. Massage this point with the palms of your hands, 10-15 times in a counterclockwise and clockwise direction. Massage of the acupressure points in the windy city can help relieve soreness and fatigue in the lower limbs, especially for those who stand or walk for long periods of time.
Knee and eye points: Located on the knees**, massage this point with your index and middle fingers 10-15 times counterclockwise and clockwise. Knee and eye acupressure massage can help improve knee problems and reduce knee discomfort while promoting blood flow to the lower extremities**.
Zusanli acupuncture point: located in the front of the calf, 4 horizontal fingers below the knee. Massage this point with your index and middle fingers, 10-15 times in a counterclockwise and clockwise direction. The massage of the Zusanli acupressure points helps to improve physical strength and resistance while enhancing blood circulation in the lower body.
Insufficient blood supply to the brain is a common health problem, but we can improve it by tapping specific acupuncture points. Tapping acupuncture points on the head, chest, and legs can help increase blood circulation, which improves blood supply to the brain and reduces headaches, difficulty concentrating, and other discomforts.
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