Thanks to this method, “the old medicine jar” and the frail old Ding have not caught a cold anymore~
Many people know that abdominal massage promotes health and relieves constipation for longevity, but they are unaware that the following method can expel the stagnant energy from the body and improve overall well-being, surpassing abdominal massage. It is: chest tapping.
1. How important is it to care for the chest?
Firstly: Tapping this area stimulates multiple acupoints.
Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine understand that the Ren meridian and the channels connecting the stomach, spleen, liver, and kidneys are all distributed in the chest area.
Through chest rubbing, tapping, and expansion exercises, one can achieve benefits such as broadening the chest, regulating Qi, invigorating blood circulation, nurturing the heart and lungs, and delaying aging. Proper care can prevent diseases and strengthen the body.
Secondly: Even in the hottest weather, keep this area protected.
There is a saying in “The Old Sayings,” “Even during the hottest summer days, one must wear a short sleeve garment made of hemp to protect the chest.” This has good auxiliary therapeutic effects for the elderly with lung issues or those prone to colds.
Third: Nurturing the lungs is nurturing the heart.
The chest is close to our heart. The heart and lungs work together, and tapping the chest can strengthen lung function and protect the heart. A healthy heart generates strength, enhancing blood circulation, which energizes the entire body.
Keeping warm and avoiding cold, along with moderate exercise, should be key to chest care.
2. “The old medicine jar” has not caught a cold anymore.
Colleague Old Ding is involved in copywriting, sitting in front of a computer at work and playing online games at home. Therefore, he hardly has time to exercise. Over the years, Old Ding realized that his resistance was poor; with a slight change in the weather, he easily caught colds and often visited the doctor. At times, he experienced long-lasting coughs and shortness of breath, requiring several days of IV treatment to alleviate his condition.
His wife, seeing him frequently unwell, suggested he consult Dr. Li, an old traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, for some health tips. After examining Old Ding, Dr. Li said, “You often catch colds and keep taking medicine, but that’s not a solution. The best approach is to get to the root of the problem…”
When Old Ding asked for specific methods, Dr. Li informed him, “Tapping the chest and back can enhance lung function.”
Intrigued by Dr. Li’s proposed “cost-free method of treatment,” Old Ding was initially skeptical about its effectiveness. Nevertheless, he followed Dr. Li’s advice.
After two months of “tapping the chest and back exercises,” Old Ding noticed that his instances of catching colds had indeed decreased. Even when he did catch a cold, the symptoms were not as severe as before.
Another six months passed, and Old Ding had not caught a cold since. He gradually developed some muscle in his chest and arms. Furthermore, with increased activity, he spent less time online, had a bigger appetite, and felt more vigorous at work.
That day, Old Ding said to me, “As someone involved in health education, is my method of ‘tapping the chest and back to enhance lung function’ a valuable health experience? If so, please promote it so that those with similar cold experiences and weak bodies can learn and strengthen their constitution.”
3. Regardless of age or constitution, everyone can benefit.
1. Those with chest tightness, palpitations, shortness of breath, or rib pain can all benefit.
Renowned traditional Chinese medicine expert and cardiovascular specialist Mr. Yang Li emphasized that ancient health practitioners placed great importance on chest care, believing that proper maintenance could resist illness and strengthen the body.
Modern medical research shows,
