Acupressure Points For Lupus

 Lupus is an autoimmune condition that affects various systems in the body, causing inflammation, pain, and fatigue. While Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) does not cure lupus, it can help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being by addressing the underlying imbalances in the body. Below are acupressure points commonly used in TCM to support those with lupus:

1. Zusanli (ST36)

• Location: Four finger widths below the kneecap, along the outer boundary of the shinbone.
• Benefits: Strengthens the immune system, boosts energy, and improves digestion.

2. Qihai (CV6)

• Location: Two finger widths below the navel on the midline of the abdomen.
• Benefits: Boosts energy, supports Qi, and helps alleviate fatigue.

3. Guanyuan (CV4)

• Location: Four finger widths below the navel on the midline of the abdomen.
• Benefits: Nourishes Yin, strengthens the body, and supports reproductive health.

4. Shenmen (HT7)

• Location: At the wrist crease on the inner side of the forearm, in line with the little finger.
• Benefits: Calms the mind, reduces anxiety, and helps with insomnia.

5. Neiguan (PC6)

• Location: Three finger widths above the wrist crease on the inner forearm.
• Benefits: Alleviates nausea, calms the heart, and helps with emotional stress.

6. Sanyinjiao (SP6)

• Location: Three finger widths above the inner ankle bone, along the inner side of the leg.
• Benefits: Balances hormones, supports immune function, and improves sleep.

7. Taixi (KI3)

• Location: In the depression between the medial malleolus (inner ankle bone) and the Achilles tendon.
• Benefits: Strengthens the kidneys, nourishes Yin energy, and supports overall vitality.

8. Baihui (GV20)

• Location: On the top of the head, in the midline, directly above the ears.
• Benefits: Calms the mind, reduces dizziness, and helps with headaches.

9. Fengchi (GB20)

• Location: Below the base of the skull, in the hollows on both sides of the neck.
• Benefits: Alleviates headaches, reduces neck tension, and supports immune function.

10. Dazhui (GV14)

• Location: Below the spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebra (at the base of the neck).
• Benefits: Clears heat, strengthens the immune system, and helps with fever.

11. Shenshu (BL23)

• Location: 1.5 finger widths lateral to the lower border of the second lumbar vertebra (L2), along the spine.
• Benefits: Supports kidney function, improves energy, and helps with lower back pain.

12. Pishu (BL20)

• Location: 1.5 finger widths lateral to the lower border of the eleventh thoracic vertebra (T11), along the spine.
• Benefits: Strengthens the spleen, supports digestion, and reduces fatigue.

13. Ganshu (BL18)

• Location: 1.5 finger widths lateral to the lower border of the ninth thoracic vertebra (T9), along the spine.
• Benefits: Supports liver function, helps with detoxification, and reduces stress.

14. Hegu (LI4)

• Location: On the back of the hand, between the thumb and index finger.
• Benefits: Alleviates pain, reduces inflammation, and supports immune function.

15. Yongquan (KI1)

• Location: On the sole of the foot, in the depression just below the ball of the foot.
• Benefits: Grounds energy, reduces anxiety, and supports kidney function.

These acupressure points are aimed at balancing the body's energy, reducing inflammation, alleviating pain, and supporting the immune system. In TCM, it's important to approach each person holistically, so treatments are often customized to the individual's specific symptoms and overall constitution.