Overview of the efficacy and functions of the five points

Five points are important points in traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture therapy. They are located on the head and belong to the bladder meridian of Foot and Taiyang.Its main functions includeRelieve headache, dizziness, red and swollen eyes, and improve symptoms such as nasal congestion and epilepsy.Modern research shows that stimulating the five points can also assist in the treatment of neurological diseases and eye fatigue.In terms of content structure, this article will first introduce its core functions (such as headache relief), then expand on other auxiliary functions (such as improving nasal congestion), and explain it in combination with clinical applications and precautions.

Analysis of the core functions of the five points

The most significant curative effect of the five points isRelieve migraines and tension headaches.Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that this point can clear qi and blood stasis in the head, and is especially effective in headaches caused by wind-cold or hyperactivity of liver-yang.In clinical practice, it is often used in conjunction with acupoints such as Fengchi and Baihui.In addition, for red, swollen and painful eyes caused by glaucoma, conjunctivitis, etc., acupuncture at five points can promote local blood circulation and reduce inflammatory reactions.It should be noted that the operation must be performed by a professional physician to avoid self-acupuncture.

The auxiliary therapeutic effect of five points

Except for head diseases, the five acupointsNasal congestion, allergic rhinitisIt also has an improvement effect.Stimulating acupuncture points can regulate the contraction of blood vessels in the nasal mucosa and reduce secretions.For patients with epilepsy, the traditional Chinese medicine classic "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Jiayi Jing" records that it can "calm the mind and calm the mind", but it needs to be combined with comprehensive drug treatment.Some modern traditional Chinese medicine hospitals also use five acupoints to relieve insomnia caused by anxiety, but the effects vary from person to person and require further research and verification.

Clinical applications and precautions

In clinical practice, the five points are often usedAcupuncture or moxibustionTherapy, each treatment takes about 15-20 minutes.Some hospitals, such as Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Dongzhimen Hospital, include it in their headache specialist program.It should be noted that it is contraindicated for pregnant women and people with coagulation disorders. Over-stimulation may cause dizziness.Currently, there are no equipment products specifically targeting the five acupoints, but general acupuncture needles from some manufacturers (such as "Kangrui" brand) can be used to treat these acupoints.

Summary and scientific basis

As a traditional acupoint, the five acupoints have been proven in practice for many years to relieve headaches and improve eye and nose symptoms, but their limitations need to be viewed rationally.Citing "Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion" (written by Cheng Xinnong), it is pointed out that this point "maintains head wind and dizziness", and modern research believes that its mechanism is related to the regulation of the trigeminal ganglion.Patients should use it under the guidance of a doctor and avoid blindly pursuing quick results.The following table lists relevant research data:

Quote sources:
1. "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Classics A and B" (Huangfu Mi, Jin Dynasty)
2. "Chinese Acupuncture" edited by Cheng Xinnong, People's Medical Publishing House
3. Clinical data of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Dongzhimen Hospital (2020)
4. Acupuncture equipment manufacturer: Kangrui Medical (product: disposable sterile acupuncture needles)