Overview of the efficacy and function of Shuiquan Point

Shuiquan point is an important acupoint on the foot Shaoyin kidney meridian. It is located on the inside of the foot, 1 inch directly below Taixi point, in the depression on the inside of the calcaneal tubercle.Its main functions includeRegulate irregular menstruation, relieve heel pain, and improve urinary system function, and assist in the treatment of symptoms related to kidney deficiency.Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that stimulating Shuiquan points can dredge meridians and replenish kidney qi, and has a significant effect on women's menstrual disorders, difficulty urinating, and lower limb fatigue.The following is an explanation of acupoint positioning, specific functions, clinical applications and precautions.

1. The positioning and core functions of Shuiquan Point

Shuiquan point belongs to the Qie point of the kidney meridian, and Qie point is mostly used to treat acute diseases.Its name "Shuiquan" means that the kidney meridian qi and blood nourish the whole body like spring water.Commonly used clinically:1. Irregular menstruation(such as dysmenorrhea, delayed menstruation);2. Urinary problems(such as frequent urination, urinary retention);3. Heel pain(such as calcaneal spur or strain)."Acupuncture A and B Jing" records that it "mainly affects the absence of menstruation and difficulty in urination." Yang Jizhou, a physician in the Ming Dynasty, also emphasized its regulating effect on symptoms of kidney deficiency.

2. Clinical application and compatibility therapy

Shuiquan point is often combined with Sanyinjiao, Taixi and other points to enhance the curative effect.For example:1. Menstrual problemsCan be used with Xuehai point;2. Urinary disordersCan be used with bladder shu;3. Heel painCan be used with Kunlun point.Acupuncture or moxibustion at this point must be performed by a professional physician and should be used with caution by pregnant women.Modern research shows that stimulating Shuiquan points can regulate pelvic blood circulation and relieve local inflammatory reactions.

3. Daily health care and precautions

Ordinary people can take care of themselves by pressing or applying warm compresses to the Shuiquan point: press it vertically with the pulp of your thumb for 3-5 minutes until you feel soreness and swelling.The effect is better when combined with hot water foot bath.Note:1. Avoid violent compression;2. Disabled when skin is damaged;3. Patients with severe kidney disease need to follow doctor’s advice.Some moxibustion products (such as "Wen Tong Moxa Stick" from a certain manufacturer) can be used for home auxiliary treatment, but the batch number of the regular medical device needs to be checked.

Summary and scientific basis

Shuiquan point, as a point on the kidney meridian, has both therapeutic and health care value, and is especially suitable for women and middle-aged and elderly people.Its efficacy has been recorded in classics such as "Huangdi Neijing" and "Acupuncture Dacheng", and modern clinical practice has also verified its regulatory effect on the urogenital system.When using, it should be combined with physical syndrome differentiation, and consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner if necessary.The following are related product references:

Quote sources:1. "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Classics A and B" (Huang Fumi) 2. "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Dacheng" (Yang Jizhou) 3. "Guidelines for the Clinical Application of Acupoints" by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine 4. Product data on the official website of XX Aiye (2023 edition)