3 Effective Acupressure Points for High Blood Pressure: TCM Natural Home Remedies

The most concerning aspect of high blood pressure (hypertension) lies in the hidden risks it creates; the heart, brain, and kidneys are particularly vulnerable, with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases posing the greatest danger.

Therefore, once diagnosed with high blood pressure, the most important step is to make adjustments to our daily life—aiming to prevent the condition from worsening and to keep our blood pressure well-controlled.

In this way, even if our blood pressure does not return to the "normal" range, our body’s various organs can adapt to this state, establishing a new equilibrium that still allows for a healthy life.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) remedies for high blood pressure focus on keeping a balance in our body.

2 Primary Syndrome Types of Hypertension Categorized by TCM

• Liver-Yang Rising: Characterized by a flushed face, irritability, a quick temper, and significant fluctuations in blood pressure.

  
  

• Liver-Kidney Yin Deficiency: Characterized by thirst, soreness in the lower back and legs, dizziness, and tinnitus, usually with relatively stable blood pressure readings.

3 Key Acupressure Points - Effective TCM Remedies for High Blood Pressure

In fact, regardless of the type of hypertension, patients can effectively utilize some key acupoints to rapidly lower blood pressure.

Acupressure is a powerful traditional technique that helps regulate organ function and balance Yin and Yang. Focusing on the following three core acupoints can help lower and stabilize blood pressure when practiced consistently:

1. Taixi Point (KD3)

• Location: Located on the inner side of the ankle, in the depression between the inner malleolus and the Achilles tendon.

  
  

• Function: Nourishes kidney Yin (acting like "watering the liver wood" to control excess Yang).

2. Taichong Point (LR3)

• Location: On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression between the first and second metatarsal bones.

  
  

• Function: Soothes the liver, regulates Qi, subdues hyperactive liver Yang, and prevents liver energy from rising too aggressively.

3. Quchi Point (LI11)

• Location: At the lateral end of the elbow crease, midway between the tendon of biceps brachii and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus when the elbow is flexed.

  
  

• Function: Clears internal heat and damp-fire, offering powerful blood pressure-lowering effects.

Acupressure Daily Routine: Massage each of these points daily for 3 to 5 minutes, aiming for at least 200 presses per session.

Consistent practice over two months can yield noticeable supportive results.

The above information was translated & edited from the following article on Wechat:

Combine These 3 Acupoints to Lower High Blood Pressure Rapidly!

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