Farting refers to gas expulsion. Clinically, there is no specific acupuncture point for farting, but massaging Shenque, Lianquan, Zhongwan, Tianshu, and Guanyuan points can promote gas expulsion. If acupoint massage is needed, seek medical attention promptly and let a professional doctor perform it.
1. Shenque Point: Sit or lie down and locate the point approximately two horizontal finger-widths below the navel using your fingers. Apply moderate pressure and press the point clockwise, rotating slowly for about 1-2 minutes each time. Massaging Shenque can stimulate gastrointestinal motility, enhance digestion, and relieve bloating and constipation.
2. Lianquan Point: Locate the point on the outer side of the prominent kneecap below the knee joint, positioned three finger-widths away. Use your thumb or index finger to press or rotate Lianquan. Continue massaging for about 1-2 minutes each time. This can regulate gastrointestinal function, enhance digestion, and relieve bloating and abdominal pain.
3. Zhongwan Point: Zhongwan is located four finger-widths below the navel, found below the navel's midline, approximately four finger-widths away from the center. Gently press with your palm or fingertips and massage the area with moderate force for about 1-2 minutes each time. This helps regulate gastrointestinal function and relieve acid reflux and dyspepsia. Improved gastrointestinal function allows gas to be expelled smoothly.
4. Tianshu Point: Tianshu is located on both sides of the navel's midline, approximately two finger-widths away from the navel. Apply moderate pressure and press Tianshu clockwise, rotating slowly for about 1-2 minutes each time. This stimulates intestinal motility and improves constipation and abdominal pain. Gas expulsion may be due to intestinal motility stimulation, promoting gas expulsion.
5. Guanyuan Point: Locate the point in the lower abdomen, approximately three horizontal finger-widths below the navel. Lie down or sit and gently press with your palm or fingertips for about 1-2 minutes each time, using appropriate force to massage Guanyuan. This can enhance kidney function, regulate the urinary system, and relieve urinary frequency and urgency. Gas expulsion may be due to kidney function regulation affecting gas expulsion during urination.
Before massaging, apply a warm towel around the acupoints to help relax and soothe the muscles. Avoid using excessive force during acupoint massage to prevent discomfort or injury. If you feel any discomfort, notify the practitioner promptly.
