The method of eliminating dampness is based on strengthening the spleen and eliminating dampness, and the points on the spleen meridian and stomach meridian are often selected, such as Yinlingquan point, Fenglong point, Sanyinjiao point, etc. The points on the spleen meridian and stomach meridian are often selected.
1. Yinlingquan point, is the foot Taiyin spleen meridian point, in the inner calf, the lower edge of the medial condyle of the tibia.
2. Fenglong Point, an important point for dispelling dampness, belongs to the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian and is located on the lateral side of the calf, 8 inches above the tip of the ankle, in front of the tibia.
3. Sanyinjiao, one of the Ten General Points, on the Spleen Meridian of the Foot Taiyin, positioned 3 inches above the tip of the inner ankle.
The main points of the spleen and stomach meridians are used to dispel dampness, and then matching points are chosen according to the patient’s specific condition. For example, if dampness-heat is the main cause, it can be combined with the Quchi point on the hand-yangming large intestines meridian, and so on.
If you need to get rid of dampness through acupuncture, please do it under the guidance of a professional physician.