Overview of the efficacy and function of Dicang Point

Dicang point is an important point on the stomach meridian of Foot Yangming. It is located on the outside of the corner of the mouth. It has the function of regulating facial nerves, improving oral function and alleviating local symptoms. Its main functions includeRelieve facial paralysis, crooked mouth corners, salivation, and toothacheetc., especially in traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and facial paralysis treatment. In terms of content structure, this article will introduce the positioning and acupoint selection method of Dicang point, main diseases, clinical compatibility and daily health care application in order to help readers fully understand its value.

The positioning and acupoint selection method of Dicang point

Dicang point is located on the face.About 0.4 inches (about one finger across) outside the corner of the mouth, directly facing the pupils. When selecting acupoints, you can sit or lie on your back. Use your fingers to touch outwards and horizontally along the corners of your mouth. The depression is the acupoint. Because of its special location, attention is required during acupuncture or massage to avoid over-stimulation. This point is adjacent to acupoints such as Cheche and Xiaguan, and is often used in conjunction to enhance the curative effect.

Main diseases treated by Dicang point

Dicang point is mainly used in clinical TCMFacial nerve palsy (facial paralysis), trigeminal neuralgia, oral ulcers and salivation in childrenand other diseases. For example, patients with facial paralysis can use acupuncture at the Dicang point in conjunction with Yangbai, Yifeng and other acupoints to promote facial qi and blood circulation and improve muscle function. In addition, modern research shows that stimulating the Dicang point can also regulate saliva secretion and relieve symptoms of dry mouth or salivation.

Clinical compatibility and operation of Dicang point

Dicang point is often used in conjunction with other acupoints to enhance the effect. For example:In the treatment of facial paralysis, Jieche and Hegu are used; in the treatment of toothache, Xiaguan and Neiting are used. When acupuncture, it is advisable to use flat needling method with a depth of 0.3~0.5 inches, or use mild techniques such as moxibustion and massage. In daily health care, you can gently rub the Dicang point with your fingertips for 1 to 2 minutes to help relieve fatigue-related facial stiffness.

Summary and Notes

As a key acupoint on the face, Dicang point has both therapeutic and health care functions, but it needs to be paid attention to.Pregnant women, people with skin infections and people with bleeding constitution should use with caution. The operation should be guided by a professional physician and avoid deep puncture on your own. Combined with modern rehabilitation medicine, the application scope of Dicang point is gradually expanding, but its core still revolves around the meridian theory of traditional Chinese medicine.

Note: The acupuncture operations mentioned in this article need to be performed under the guidance of professional physicians, and no specific manufacturers or products are recommended.