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Chinese Cupping Therapy For Hypotension And Hypertension
Treatment for Hypotension
The pathological area of senile hypotensive involves the kidney, spleen and heart. The condition is usually caused by sexual and physical overstrain, poor diet, weak constitution and old age. The pathogenic factors primarily involve healthy qi deficiency occasionally interspersed with pathogenic asthenia.
Targeted acupuncture points and techniques:
Acupoints selected:Bl 26 (Guanyuanshu), Bl23(Shenshu), Bl20(Pishu), Bl17 (Geshu), Ki 1 (Yongquan), (Shanzhong), Sp6(Sanyinjiao), St 36(Zusanli), Qihaiand Zhongwan.
Techniques: advise the patient to lie or sit down. Then apply cupping on the aforementioned acupoints using dry cupping or vacuum cups. It’s important to note that that you should keep the cups sucking for about 10 to 15 minutes over the acupoints once each day, and seven to ten days as one treatment course.
Treatment for Hypertension
In TCM, hypertension is similar to headache and dizziness and is usually brought about by constitutional defects, emotional factors, overstrain and poor diet resulting in Yin failing to control failing Yang, frequent asthenia of kidney Yin, phlegm disturbing the upper, or hyperactivity of liver fire. It may be due to depletion of yin involving yang and asthenia of yin and yang in length and illness.
Targeted acupuncture points and techniques:
Acupoints selected: group one, Bl 23 (Shenshu), Bl 20 (Pishu), Bl 15 (Xinshu), Bl 18 (Ganshu), Danzhui
group two, inside circulation line of 7thcervical vertebra to the sacroiliac of DU energy channel and cystis. Sanyinjiaoxue, Zsusanli or Quchi
Techniques:
Before applying cups on the acupoints for 10 to 15 minutes,use a dermal needle stick or a triangle-edged needle, and take only one set of acupoint through use of venesected cupping, leave the cup for 10 to 15 minutes. It’s important that that you do this once a set every other day.
Or else, you can take the second set of acupoints. You should first put massage oil lubricant on the back of the patient and move the cups on the skin surface until it turns purplish. Then cup on the acupoints of Sanyinjiao, Zusanlior Quchi, for 10 to 15 minutes. It’s important that you do this once every other day or once a day.
Amy-SuiQun Lui, L.Ac. is a Board Certified and Licensed Acupuncturist in Cleveland, OH.
Five Useful Herbs That Can Address Hypotension or Low Blood Pressure
Hypotension or low blood pressure is a condition that can bring about symptoms such as fainting and dizziness in people. Moreover, a low blood pressure can signify that your organs and brain are not getting the adequate amounts of oxygen and nutrients. A low blood pressure typically is deemed to be 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg), or less above 60 mm Hg or less. Herbal remedies, lifestyle changes, and medications are the most common treatments for this condition. If you are taking medications, we advise to not replace it with herbs. Consult with your physician before taking any herbal supplements.
Yohimbe
An herb known to address sexual dysfunction, especially ED or erectile dysfunction in men, yohimbe can be taken as a tablet, capsule, extract, or tea. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine believes that this herb is linked to an increased blood pressure and an increased heart rate in people. If used for an extended period of time, it can do more harm than good. Talk to your doctor prior to using this herb.
Black Tea
Derived from the camellia sinesis plant, black tea is an herb that according to MedlinePlus, has been utilized to teat low blood pressure and headaches and prevent heart disease. According to MedlinePlus consuming black tea can help lessen the risk of dizziness upon standing, a condition known as orthostatic hypotension that most often affects older people. Consult with your physician to know the proper dosage or if this herb can benefit you.
Bitter Orange
Traditionally used for constipation, nausea, and indigestion, bitter orange is an herb that can also be used to treat nasal congestion and heartburn, and to lose weight. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine thinks that Bitter Orange can help boost heart rate and blood pressure. Therefore, it may not be a safe dietary supplement, especially if the person taking it has a heart condition or has high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor prior to use.
Licorice
Licorice has been often traditionally been used to treat for digestive system problems such as colic, stomach ulcers, and heartburn. MedlinePlus believes that licorice is a food that can increase blood pressure. If you suffer from high blood pressure, it’s important to remember that you should not consume licorice in large amounts, since doing so can result in heart problems. It’s recommended to you eat 30 grams per day or more. Talk to your doctor before using this herb.