Overview of the efficacy and function of Jingming point

Jingming point is an important acupoint in traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture. It is located in the depression slightly above the medial canthus of the eye and belongs to the bladder meridian of Foot and Taiyang. Its main effects include relieving eye fatigue, improving blurred vision, alleviating symptoms of eye diseases such as conjunctivitis, and assisting in the treatment of headaches, insomnia and other meridian-related conditions. Modern research also shows that moderate stimulation of Jingming point can promote local blood circulation and play a certain auxiliary role in the prevention and control of dry eye syndrome and myopia. In terms of content structure, this article will successively introduce the positioning and acupoint selection method of Qingming point, core functions, applicable symptoms and precautions, and finally summarize its clinical value.

The positioning and acupoint selection method of Jingming point

Jingming point is located on the face, slightly above the inner corners of the eyes and close to the depression on the side of the bridge of the nose. When selecting acupuncture points, you can sit or lie on your back and gently press the soft tissue between the inner corner of the eye and the root of the nose with your index finger. If you feel a slight soreness, the acupuncture point is located. There are arteries and veins in the medial canthus deep in this point, and acupuncture must be performed by a professional physician to avoid bleeding. In daily health care, you can use your fingertips to gently press for 1-2 minutes, or close your eyes and move your eyes to enhance the effect. Be careful not to use excessive force to prevent damage to the delicate skin around the eyes.

Analysis of the core functions of Jingming point

According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, Jingming point is the starting point of the bladder meridian of Foot Taiyang and has"Unblocking collaterals and improving eyesight"role. It is often used clinically to relieve blurred vision, dry and itchy eyes caused by excessive eye use, and redness, swelling and pain caused by wind and heat. Modern medical research shows that stimulating this acupoint can regulate eye muscle tension and improve ciliary muscle spasm, which is particularly beneficial for patients with pseudomyopia. In addition, because it is connected to the bladder meridian, stimulating the Jingming point can also indirectly relieve migraines or neck and shoulder stiffness caused by blocked meridians.

Applicable symptoms and combination treatment options

Jingming point is suitable for auxiliary treatment of various eye diseases, such as chronic conjunctivitis, early cataract, etc. It is recorded in "Acupuncture Dacheng" that this point is often used in conjunction with Cuanzhu point and temple point to enhance the effect of clearing the liver and improving eyesight. For people who use electronic devices for a long time, it can be used withHot compressorChrysanthemum tea smoked eyesTo synergistically relieve fatigue. It should be noted that patients with acute eye infections and severe fundus lesions should avoid pressing on their own and need to be treated with medication under the guidance of a physician.

Summary and clinical value

As an important point for eye health care, Jingming point has dual value of prevention and treatment. It improves visual function by regulating local qi and blood circulation, and is easy to operate and highly safe. However, it needs to be emphasized that severe eye diseases still require modern medical diagnosis and treatment as the main method, and acupoint stimulation is only used as an auxiliary method. Daily eye care can be incorporated into the health care process, combined with regular work and rest and nutritional intake, to achieve more comprehensive eye health management.

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