[Fan Letters].I'm 31 years old this year, and people around me are getting married and having children, but I'm still single. This made the parents quite anxious, so they asked people everywhere to help introduce them. There are blind dates arranged every week, regardless of wind or rain, rain or shine. And this week, I received a ** with a beautiful girl on it.
Looking at the **, a trace of anticipation welled up in my heart. Maybe this time will be an opportunity, I silently look forward to it. So, on the day of the blind date, I arrived at the agreed place ahead of schedule. Seeing her from afar, she is indeed a beauty, which makes me look forward to this blind date.
But as soon as we sat down and started talking, I started to feel that something wasn't right. Her bad breath was so unbearable that I could barely concentrate on listening to her. I tried to keep smiling, trying not to let that get in the way of our relationship.
As the minutes passed, I noticed that the corners of her mouth were foaming, and I couldn't help but feel an inexplicable chill rise in my heart. I couldn't help but start wondering if this beauty had some physical problems that caused bad breath and foaming mouth. What surprised me even more was that when it came time to order, she ordered a steak and salmon, and she almost wiped out the entire meal by herself. I looked at her in amazement, muttering inwardly, my mouth was on fire, and my appetite was so good!
Although I tried to restrain my emotions, after the blind date was over, I couldn't help but think about the blind date experience. Bad breath, foaming mouth, and a big appetite bothered me with these strange phenomena. Perhaps, all this was just an accident, but my inner concern about her physical condition made me have some concerns about the future.
[Doctor's reply].In Chinese medicine, there are concepts such as stomach heat and stomach fire, which may not be widely accepted in Western medicine. Stomach fire usually manifests as a range of symptoms, including bad breath, swollen and sore gums, upset or painful stomach, constipation, increased hunger, and easy mouth sores. These symptoms are thought to be manifestations related to stomach fire and stomach heat, which in the TCM view can be caused by factors such as imbalance in the body, improper diet, emotional instability, etc.
In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the soles of the feet of the human body are regarded as an important reflex area, and by massaging specific acupuncture points, the body's qi and blood can be regulated, which plays a role in dispelling illness and maintaining health. Among them, the inner courtyard point is vividly called the "fire switch", which is located between the second and middle toes of the foot, and in the depression at the end of the toe gap. Through the massage of the inner courtyard acupoint, it can achieve the effects of dispelling stomach fire, relieving toothache, removing bad breath, and relieving constipation.
The location and characteristics of the inner courtyard acupoint
The inner atrium is located between the secondary and middle toes of the foot, specifically, in the depression at the end of the toe gap. The location of this acupuncture point is very special, precisely because it is in the key position of the soles of the feet, and is given the meaning of "fire extinguishing switch". Knowing the exact location of the inner acupuncture point is the first step in performing a massage, and only by accurately finding this acupuncture point can its conditioning effect be better exerted.
Massage Procedures & Techniques
Preparation: Before the massage, take a hot bath to relax your feet. Soaking your feet in warm water not only soothes the fatigue of your feet, but also helps to expand the meridians and improve the effect of the massage.
Find the acupuncture point: Use your fingers to find the exact location in the depression between the second and middle toes, and feel a depression or bulge in the inner acupoint.
Massage Technique: Using the thumb, index finger or middle finger, press the inner acupoint with moderate pressure. You can choose to rotate massage, massage or tap, each of which lasts about 5-10 minutes, increasing or decreasing the massage pressure according to individual feelings.
Breathing adjustment: Pay attention to adjusting your breathing during the massage, and keep taking deep breaths to help the body relax and enhance the massage effect.
The health care effect of the inner courtyard acupoint
Dispelling stomach fire: The inner courtyard acupoint is believed to be related to the stomach meridian, and massaging the inner courtyard acupoint can help to reconcile stomach qi and relieve stomach discomfort such as stomach pain, burning sensation, etc.
Toothache: The massage of the inner courtyard acupoint can also affect the oral meridians, helping to relieve oral problems such as toothache and gingivitis.
No bad breath: Regular massage of the inner acupoint helps to promote blood circulation in the mouth, reduce bad breath, and have the effect of removing bad breath.
Inconvenient constipation: The inner courtyard acupoint is located at the key position of the Yangming stomach meridian on the sole of the foot, and massage can promote peristalsis, improve intestinal function, and relieve constipation.
Precautions
Moderation is appropriate: Massage should be moderately forced, not too hard to avoid damaging the tissues around the acupuncture points.
Contraindications: Pregnant women, menstruating women and other special groups should consult a doctor before massage.
Perseverance: The effect of massage needs to be insisted on for a long time, and it is recommended to do it every day.
Avoid excessive massage before bedtime: Since the inner courtyard acupoint is related to the stomach meridian, excessive massage before bedtime may affect sleep, so it is recommended to massage during the day.
With the right massage techniques, the "fire extinguishing switch" of the inner courtyard acupoint can become an effective tool for self-care. However, as a TCM doctor, I also recommend that you consult a professional doctor before getting a massage, especially for people with chronic diseases or special conditions. Under the guidance of science, the rational use of health care methods in TCM theory can help promote good health.