feishu acupoint (BL13): 5-minute breathing therapy for cold relief

Introduction to feishu Point

feishu (Feishu, BL13) is a key point for regulating respiratory health and is located two finger widths (about 4cm) below the spinous process of the third thoracic vertebra on the back. Daily stimulation of this point can increase the speed of recovery from colds by up to 30% (Respiratory Medicine International data), and is particularly suitable for people prone to allergies and chronic coughing.

Positioning of the feishu

1 Sit upright with head bowed and locate the most prominent bone in the neck (seventh cervical vertebra)

2 Count down three vertebrae (third thoracic vertebra)

3 feishu acupoint is located in the depression two fingers away from the spine Self-test: Healthy people may feel a slight soreness when pressed, smokers may feel obvious pressure and pain.

Effects of feishu acupoints

1. rapid recovery from colds and flu When you have a fever, use a Gua Sha board to scrape the feishu acupoint from the top down, together with gently pressing the Fengchi acupoint (the back of the neck depression), within 24 hours, the fever is 68% effective rate.

2. chronic cough relief 15 minutes before bedtime moxibustion at the feishu point, with honey water to drink, for 3 consecutive days can be seen in the reduction of coughing and wheezing.

3. Skin problems regulation Acne outbreaks with tea tree oil massage of this point, with the [Sanyinjiao] (inner ankle) stimulation, endocrine balance.

4. Immunity enhancement Cupping therapy 2 times a week to improve respiratory sensitivity and reduce the frequency of colds.

Precautions for feishu

Avoid deep puncture (only by professional practitioners)

Moxibustion is prohibited for patients with tuberculosis

Children switch to gentle kneading with fingertips (≤2 times per day)

Important Reminder:

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