In the world of acupoints, some truly shine while others patiently await their time to dazzle. One useful yet often overlooked point is Yang Aid (Yang Fu, GB38). Though it may not dominate conversations about traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), its versatile benefits are worth learning about.
What’s particularly intriguing about Yang Fu is how it addresses a diverse array of concerns. While exploring its advantages may invite some curiosity about TCM theory, the insights uncovered could motivate you to give it a try right away.
Why Yang Fu Deserves More Recognition
Despite its relative obscurity, Yang Fu plays an important supporting role in many acupuncture treatment protocols. Its effectiveness can be attributed to three main factors. First, its location. Positioned on the ankle along the gallbladder meridian, this acupoint is particularly beneficial for addressing lower limb discomfort. It can help relieve numbness, restricted mobility, and knee joint inflammation.
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
Moreen was born into a family with a lineage of four generations of traditional Chinese medicine doctors and professors.
She was Dean of the Natural Therapies Institute in Sydney, Australia.
Drawing on her family heritage, she created a certified organic wellness brand, and co-founded the largest Chinese medical image encyclopedia online.
