Which acupoints should not be pressed during pregnancy?

Proper body massage has many benefits to physical health. Massage can not only promote local blood circulation, but also relieve stress. Women are under a lot of pressure nowadays. Many people have the habit of massage in their daily lives, but pregnant women are a special group. If pregnant women want to have a massage, there are many precautions. Some acupoints cannot be massaged by pregnant women. If massage is done, there is a risk of miscarriage or premature birth.

Which acupoints can't be massaged during pregnancy?

1. Hegu Point

Located at the base of the palm, that is, the depression between the thumb and index finger. Massaging this area can treat toothache, wrist and arm pain, facial paralysis, cold and fever, etc. But it is not suitable for pregnant women.

2. Sanyinjiao acupoint

Located three inches directly above the tip of the ankle, on the posterior edge of the tibia. This acupoint is very effective in treating gynecological diseases, including leucorrhea, excessive or insufficient menstruation, premenstrual syndrome, menopausal syndrome, etc. Because this acupoint is the intersection of multiple meridians, it is widely used. In addition to strengthening the spleen and blood, it can also regulate the liver and nourish the kidneys. It also has a calming effect and can help you sleep. But it is also not suitable for pregnant women.

3. Quepen Point

Located in the center of the supraclavicular fossa of the human body, 4 inches away from the anterior midline. Ordinary people can massage this acupoint to treat cough, asthma, and sore throat.

4. Kunlun Point

Behind the lateral malleolus, in the depression between the tip of the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon.

5. Jianjing Point

At the midpoint of the line connecting the Dazhui point and the acromion, the highest point of the shoulder. Indications: Shoulder pain, headache, heavy head and light feet, eyestrain, tinnitus, high blood pressure, stiff neck, etc.

When pregnant women massage acupoints, they should not only avoid massaging their shoulders, but also be careful not to use too much force when massaging the soles of their feet, and stop when they feel pain, otherwise there will be bad consequences.

Acupuncture points suitable for pregnant women

1. To relieve morning sickness, massage the Neiguan acupoint

The Neiguan point is located 2 inches directly above the center of the first horizontal line on the inside of the wrist. When massaging, you can gently press and rub it with the tip of your thumb.

2. To relieve headaches and improve insomnia, you can massage the Zanzhu acupoint

The Zanzhu point is located at the junction of the eyebrow and the eye socket. When massaging, you can use your fingertips to gently massage for 5 minutes.

3. To relieve calf cramps, massage Taichong acupoint

Taichong point is located 2 inches above the gap between the big toe and the second toe. When massaging this position, the pregnant woman can sit on the sofa or chair, stretch her legs, and place her feet on the thighs of the expectant father, who can press the point with his thumb.

4. To relieve back pain, massage the Shenshu acupoint

The Shenshu point is located 1.5 inches beside the lower edge of the lumbar spinous process, that is, 1.5 inches from the navel to the side of the spine, and then one inch below. To massage this area, the pregnant woman can sit on a chair and the expectant father can gently tap along both sides of the spine from top to bottom.

5. To enhance immunity, you can massage your face.

To massage your face, you can first rub your palms to warm them up, then press the fingertips of both palms against your forehead, and then rub from top to bottom, along both sides of the nose to the chin, until your face feels warm. This not only promotes blood circulation in the face, but also dredges many acupoints and meridians, thereby enhancing immunity.