Spleen 3
SP3 Acupressure Point
Apply the Earth Aroma Acu-Stick® to activate points on the Spleen Channel. Spleen 3 is one of the most important acupressure-acupuncture points on the body for boosting Qi energy and vitality.
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Location of Acupressure Point SP 3
Spleen 3 is on the medial side of the big toe on the foot proximal to the metatarsal bone in a fleshy dip where the white of the foot meets the dark skin. Apply the Earth Element Aroma Acu-Stick® to Acupressure Point Spleen 3 to activate the healing potential of the pressure point.
Health Conditions Treated and Point Combinations Using Acupressure Point Spleen 3
Spleen Deficiency
In cases of Spleen Qi Deficiency:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
Fatigue
If experiencing chronic tiredness with a lack of vitality:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 36
- Apply the Water Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Kidney 3
Internal Dampness
With Internal Dampness developing in the body due to Spleen Qi Deficiency and symptoms of a feeling of heaviness of the body and/or the four limbs:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 40
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 9
Digestive Upset
Chronic diarrhea or loose stools may indicate Spleen Qi Deficiency:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 12
Chronic episodes of undigested food in the stool would indicate Spleen Qi Deficiency:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 4
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 6
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 12
If experiencing chronic nausea and lack of appetite:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 6
- Apply the Fire Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Pericardium 6
Chronic constipation with stick bowel movements that seem unresolved point to Internal Dampness due to Spleen Qi Deficiency;
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 9
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 37
Hemorrhoids-Organ Prolapse
The Spleen energetic system of traditional Chinese medicine is responsible for holding organs up and the Spleen is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the vessels so they can contain the blood. For those suffering with hemorrhoids or organ prolapse:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 4
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 6
Stomach Problems
In cases of sharp pain of the abdomen, or Stomach Cold, that improves with the application of heat:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 12
- Apply the Moxa Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 6
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 36
For borborygmus (a grumbling noise in the stomach) with stabbing pain that improves with warmth applied to the abdomen:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3 and
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 12
- Apply the Moxa Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 6
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 36
If one experiences distention of the abdomen that protrudes like a tight drum:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Ren 12
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 36
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Stomach 37
- Consult with your local health care professional to determine the cause of the condition
In cases of pain of the epigastrium and Heart:
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Spleen 3
- Apply the Earth Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure Point Spleen 4
- the Fire Element Acupressure Stick to acupressure point Heart 8
- Consult with your local health care professional to determine the cause of the condition immediately
Other Name(s) of Acupuncture Point Spleen 3
- Taibai-Taipai
- Supreme White
- Greater Whiteness
- Wise Woman
Traditional Chinese Medicine Classifications of Acupressure Point Spleen 3
- Shu or Stream Point
- Earth point
- Yuan or Source Point
- Horary Point 9 AM-11 AM
Traditional Chinese Medicine Actions of Acupressure Point SP 3
- Tonifies the Spleen
- Resolves Internal Dampness
- Clears Damp-Heat
- Harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach
- Regulates Qi
- Tonifies Qi
- Tonifies Spleen and Stomach
Cautions: Do not use acupressure as self-care when pregnant without the guidance of a licensed acupuncturist. Always discuss new treatment modalities with your local health care professional.
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