Where is the Exact Location of Tai Chong Acupoint and What are Its Functions and Benefits?

The Taichong acupoint is located on the dorsum of the foot, between the first and second metatarsal bones, at the depression in front of the junction of the metatarsal bases. It has the functions of calming the liver and extinguishing wind, clearing heat and removing dampness, and promoting blood circulation to alleviate pain. It is recommended that patients stimulate this acupoint under the guidance of professional doctors.

The Taichong acupoint belongs to the Foot Jueyin Liver Meridian. Under the guidance of a professional doctor, massage, moxibustion, scraping, and other methods can be used to promote the movement of qi and blood in the local area, thereby playing a role in daily health care. Stimulating the Taichong acupoint can treat symptoms such as red and swollen eyes and sore throat caused by excessive liver fire, achieving the effect of calming the liver and extinguishing wind.

Appropriate stimulation of the Taichong acupoint can also improve symptoms caused by damp-heat, such as dizziness, limb weakness, lethargy, and body heat. It can also alleviate symptoms such as abdominal distension, abdominal pain, and loose stool, exerting the efficacy of clearing heat and removing dampness. Stimulating the Taichong acupoint can also treat symptoms such as paralysis and numbness of the lower extremities, swelling and pain in the feet and abdomen, and irregular menstruation, playing a role in promoting blood circulation to alleviate pain.

When stimulating the Taichong acupoint, patients should be careful to use gentle movements and avoid excessive force. When using moxibustion for stimulation, maintain a certain distance from the skin to avoid skin burns. After stimulation, clean the local skin to prevent infection. If patients experience discomfort, they should seek medical treatment promptly.