What is the effect of applying Evodia fruit (Wu Zhu Yu) to the Yongquan point?
Dec 31, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the main effects of applying Evodia fruit patches to the Yongquan acupoint include warming the body to dispel cold, promoting meridian circulation, relieving pain, regulating the spleen and stomach, and improving sleep. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Prior to using Evodia fruit patches on acupoints, please note that individuals allergic to any components of Evodia should avoid its use. If adverse reactions occur after application, discontinue use immediately.
Generally, the main functions of applying Evodiae Fructus on the Yongquan point include warming yang and dispersing cold, promoting meridian circulation, relieving pain, regulating the spleen and stomach, and improving sleep. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Warming Yang and Dispelling Cold
Evodiae Fructus is hot in nature and has the effect of warming yang and dispersing cold, which can enhance yang energy. Applying it on the Yongquan acupoint helps the body expel cold, making it suitable for individuals with cold body constitution.
2. Promoting Meridian Circulation
Evodiae Fructus has the function of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. When applied on the Yongquan acupoint, it helps improve local blood circulation and alleviate discomfort caused by meridian blockage, such as numbness and stiffness caused by joint and bone diseases.
3. Relieving Pain
The bioactive components in Evodiae Fructus can stimulate acupoints. When applied on the Yongquan point, it exerts analgesic effects, helping to alleviate bone and joint pain caused by conditions such as rheumatism and arthritis.
4. Regulating the Spleen and Stomach
Evodiae Fructus has the effects of warming the middle jiao, stopping vomiting, reducing upward rushing qi, and controlling diarrhea. Stimulating the Yongquan acupoint helps regulate the spleen and stomach, relieving discomfort caused by spleen and stomach cold deficiency, such as abdominal pain, distension, nausea, and vomiting.
5. Improving Sleep
Evodiae Fructus has a regulatory effect on the nervous system. Applying it on the Yongquan acupoint helps improve sleep quality and alleviate insomnia and excessive dreaming caused by nervous system dysfunction.
Prior to using Evodiae Fructus for acupoint application, please note that if allergic to its components, it should not be used. If adverse reactions occur after use, discontinue use immediately. To ensure safety and achieve optimal therapeutic effects, it is recommended to use under the guidance of a physician.
