Which acupoint can be pressed to induce menstruation?
In daily life, frequent late-night sleeping and excessive use of hormonal medications may lead to delayed menstruation. Massage therapy can be used as an adjunctive treatment. Which acupoints should be massaged to help induce menstruation?
Which Acupoints Can Help Induce Menstruation?
Acupoint massage serves only as an auxiliary measure—not a primary treatment—for menstrual delay. Commonly targeted points include Sanyinjiao (SP6), Baliao (BL31–BL34, bilateral), and Qihai (CV6). Specific details are as follows:
- Sanyinjiao (SP6): Located on the medial aspect of the lower leg, approximately three cun (about 4 cm) superior to the tip of the medial malleolus. Massaging this point promotes blood circulation, resolves blood stasis, tonifies Qi, and strengthens the Spleen. Each session lasts 5–15 minutes, performed 2–3 times daily, and may assist in promoting menstruation.
- Baliao (BL31–BL34, bilateral): Comprising eight points—Shangliao (BL31), Ciliao (BL32), Zhongliao (BL33), and Xialiao (BL34)—located bilaterally in the lumbosacral region. Regular massage of these points helps regulate menstrual disorders and alleviate dysmenorrhea, offering supportive benefits for amenorrhea.
- Qihai (CV6): Located on the lower abdomen, approximately 1.5 cun (about 2 cm) below the umbilicus. Regular massage of this point may improve symptoms such as amenorrhea and menstrual irregularities; thus, it may serve as an adjunctive therapy for amenorrhea.
Women experiencing delayed menstruation who have had sexual intercourse should first rule out pregnancy. If menstrual delays persist—for example, occurring more than three times per year, with cycles exceeding 45 days—medical evaluation is recommended to exclude gynecological endocrine disorders. Hormonal therapy for amenorrhea should be administered only under physician supervision.
In cases of significantly delayed menstruation, prompt medical consultation is essential. I hope this response has been helpful. Wishing you good health and a joyful mood!
