Question
Which acupoints can enhance sexual function?
Answer
Stimulating the Shangyang acupoint can do so. The Shangyang point is located on the lateral side of the tip of the index finger, next to the nail edge. Traditional medicine believes that stimulating this point has a significant effect on strengthening the essence and Yang, which can delay sexual aging. You can do this while riding a bus or subway during your commute by hooking your index finger over the handrail or strap inside; or during leisure time, by interlocking your index fingers and repeatedly pulling them apart; or by massaging the index finger with a umbrella handle. Additionally, stimulating the Sanyinjiao acupoint also helps to enhance sexual function. The Sanyinjiao point itself belongs to the Spleen meridian, located about 10cm above the inner side of the ankle bone. Acupuncture at this point is used to treat spermatorrhea, impotence, pain in the penis, difficulty in urination, and testicular atrophy, making it one of the most commonly used acupoints for treating male sexual dysfunction. Therefore, regularly massaging this point with your fingers can enhance male sexual function.