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Here at Master Lu’s Health Center, we know parents have a tendency to worry about their kids, especially when their kids aren’t feeling well. Here are so five acupressure points that can be used at home to help your kids with all kinds of problems.
Liver 4
Large Intestine 4 (LI 4) This point is found along the large intestine channel, this is located between the webbing of the index finger and the thumb, on the mound of flesh created when the two fingers are held together. This point improves intestinal function and helps relieve constipation, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
ST 25
Stomach 25 (ST 25) This point can be located two thumb-breadths away from the belly button
on both the left and right sides. St 25 is very useful for relieving diarrhea, constipation and other digestive/abdominal issues. This point will also help you with upset stomachs that your kids deal with.
Stomach 36 (ST 36) is located on the lateral side of the lower leg, about four finger-breadths from the lower border of the patella or kneecap. This point is considered an overall energy and immune-boosting point. It can help with digestive issues, such as diarrhea, which are sometimes associated with a cold or flu.
Yin Tang is located directly between the inner ends of the eyebrows. This point is great for relieving sinus pressure, curing watery eyes and decreasing stress, which may allow for better sleep. This is a popular point that many acupuncturists will use when they are treating their patients, because of its calming effect. So when your little one is having problems sleeping, massage this point and it can help them to relax and sleep.
Du 20 (D20) Located on the top of the head, midway between the apexes of your ears. This point is known as governing vessel 20 (GV 20). It is one of the most powerful points in the acupuncturists’ arsenal. It raises emotional energy, which in turn can help alleviate depression and anxiety. Applying pressure or lightly tapping this point is a great way to counter depression and anxiety on your own and it can be done pretty much anywhere. Depression and anxiety is becoming more prevalent with children because of the lack of personal interaction and bullying.
Parents can massage these points or apply light pressure and help their kids in so many ways. Give these points a try the next time your kids are experiencing illness or emotional issues. Not only is it a great way to help them heal, but it also increases bonding with your kids, which is something every child needs. These points work just as well on parents to help you when needed. If the problems you are trying to treat doesn’t go away, please bring your children into Master Lu’s Health Center so we can do a more thorough treatment and get your little ones feeling better.
