What Are the Functions and Benefits of Massaging Neiguan?

Massaging the Neiguan point can improve the symptoms of angina pectoris and myocarditis, as well as alleviate gastric diseases. It can also help with insomnia, epilepsy, and other mental disorders. It can also be used to treat local symptoms such as upper limb pain and numbness in the fingers.

The Neiguan point is a commonly used acupuncture point in traditional Chinese medicine and is the connecting point of the Hand Jueyin Xin Pericardium Meridian. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, the pericardium is connected to the stomach, so besides being used for the treatment of cardiopulmonary and mental diseases, it can also be used for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. Its main functions include relieving chest congestion, calming the mind and stopping palpitations, stabilizing the spirit, and regulating the stomach and descending adverse qi. It can be used to treat chest diseases such as palpitations, heart pain, chest pain, and chest tightness. It can also be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders such as stomach pain, vomiting, belching, and hiccups. Additionally, it can help with mental disorders such as insomnia, forgetfulness, and epilepsy, as well as local diseases such as upper limb pain, hemiplegia, and numbness in the fingers.

1. Chest diseases such as heart pain, palpitations, chest tightness, and chest pain;

2. Gastrointestinal disorders such as stomach pain, vomiting, and hiccups;

3. Mental disorders such as insomnia and epilepsy;

4. Local symptoms such as upper limb pain, hemiplegia, and numbness in the fingers.