Acupuncture points on the hands to relieve constipation often include Zhigou, Shangyang and Hegu.
1. Zhigou on the hand Shaoyang Sanjiao meridian, located in the dorsal side of the wrist on the distal side of the transverse stripe 3 inches, the midpoint of the gap between the ulna and the radius, can be connected to the Sanjiao, but also improve constipation of the commonly used acupoints.
2. Shang Yang is a well point on the Yangming Large Intestine Meridian of the hand, located on the radial side of the last section of the index finger, 0.1 inch above the side of the root angle of the fingernail, which can relieve heat constipation due to heat evils such as dryness of stools and difficulty in passing stools, and it can dissipate heat and relieve constipation.
3. Hegu is also in the hand yangming large intestine meridian, for the acupoint, located in the back side of the hand, between the first and second metacarpal bone, the second metacarpal bone radial side of the mid-point of the massage or acupuncture this point, you can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis to accelerate intestinal defecation, relieve constipation.
Note that the use of acupuncture points is mainly to alleviate the symptoms, and is generally applicable to mild cases, if serious constipation is recommended or timely medical care, clear causes, early treatment. In addition, the above acupuncture points can not be self-acupuncture, the need for professional physicians for treatment.