Healing Energy for the Ears: A Chinese Medicine Perspective
Key Concepts
- Relationship in Chinese Medicine: Hearing and ears relate to the water element and kidneys.
- Kidneys, bladder, bones, endocrine system, and ears share relational energy.
- Ear Problems: Common issues include tinnitus, hearing loss, pain, infection.
Healing Techniques
Pressure Points
- Triple Burner 17: Located behind the earlobe.
- Ideal for ear pain, tinnitus, jaw pain.
- Technique: Press and make circular motions. Repeat and stimulate gently.
Ear Stimulation
- Rub Around the Ear:
- Position fingers behind and in front of the ear.
- Rub up and down vigorously to clear congestion.
- Ear Lobes and Stretching:
- Squeeze earlobes and pull/stretch the entire ear.
- Helps create space in ear canal and stimulate 161 acupressure points.
Qi Gong Exercise: "The Fountain"
- Purpose: Nourishes kidneys to support ear health.
- Technique:
- Stand shoulder-width apart.
- Inhale while floating hands up, circle outward.
- Exhale, move arms to sides.
- Repeat, resembling a deep river's flow.
Energy Sensing and Directing
- Hand Energy:
- Move hands closer and apart, feel energy between them.
- Bring hands near ears, sense energy transferring.
Final Relaxation
- Notice feelings in the body: tingling, warmth in ears and hands.
- Encouragement to practice regularly for self-healing.
Additional Resources
- Qigong Exercises: Explained as energy enlivening and self-healing.
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Conclusion: Practice these routines regularly to bring healing energy to your ears and whole body. Subscribe for more exercises.