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What is the use of massaging Jianli acupoint?

Asked by:Daphne

Asked on:Apr 06, 2026 04:09 PM

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  • Chloe Chloe

    Apr 06, 2026

      Jianli point is located in the abdomen of the human body. This acupoint should be relatively unfamiliar to everyone. Today we will take a look at the effects and functions of massaging Jianli point.

      The function of massaging Jianli acupoint

      Location: On the upper abdomen, on the anterior midline, 3 inches above the navel.

      Anatomy: On the abdominal white line, the deep part is the transverse colon; there are branches at the junction of the upper and lower arteries and veins of the abdominal wall; there are medial branches of the anterior cutaneous branch of the eighth intercostal nerve.

      Acupoint meaning: The ground meridian of Ren channel is where water is injected into the body.

      Characteristics of qi and blood: The substance of qi and blood is the meridian water of the earth.

      Operating rules: Injected into the body from the body surface.

      Function: Harmonizes the stomach and builds the spleen.

      Treatment method: If it is cold, use tonic moxibustion; if it is hot, use water acupuncture or diarrhea acupuncture to release Qi.

      Indications: epigastric pain, abdominal distension, vomiting, loss of appetite, intestinal pain, and edema.

      Compatibility: Use with Neiguan to treat chest pain; mix with water to treat abdominal edema.

      Acupuncture and moxibustion method: Acupuncture 0.5 to 1 inch straight; moxibustion can be used.