Acupressure to relieve dysmenorrhea

Patients with dysmenorrhea should pay attention to timely treatment and should not ignore it as if it is something that every woman may encounter. There are many ways to relieve dysmenorrhea, such as taking painkillers, adjusting diet, and massage therapy. In addition, patients with dysmenorrhea can also choose acupoint massage under the guidance of a doctor, such as pressing the uterus point, pressing Zusanli, pressing Taichong point, etc., which can also relieve pain.

Massage the uterus points

Massage method: The uterus point is located in the lower abdomen, 4 inches below the navel and 3 inches away from the middle. Stimulating the uterus point is a conditioning method that directly targets the female genitals.

Efficacy: Pressing and kneading the uterus point has the effects of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, regulating qi and relieving pain.

Press Zusanli

Massage method: Zusanli is located on the front and outer side of the lower leg, 3 inches below the outer kneecap, and one horizontal finger outside the anterior crest of the tibia. Use the tip of your thumb to press and rub the Zusanli point with a little force until you feel soreness and swelling. Patients with uterine cold and dysmenorrhea can use suspended moxibustion with moxa sticks.

Efficacy: Pressing Zusanli has the effect of replenishing qi and blood, warming the uterus, regulating menstruation and relieving pain.

Massage Taichong acupoint

Massage method: Taichong point is located at the midpoint of the first metatarsal space on the dorsum of the foot. Use the left thumb to rub the right Taichong point until you feel a sore and swollen sensation. After 1 minute, use the right thumb to rub the left Taichong point for 1 minute.

Efficacy: Rubbing the Taichong point has the effect of soothing the liver, promoting qi circulation and relieving pain.