why do we check the abdomen for lower back pain, why do we put the needle in the hand for back pain?

I feel a bit tired lately, so I haven’t had the energy to make videos after work. But I’ve reached 518 subscribers now, so I’ll keep going — just at a slower pace than before. After turning 60, I can really feel that I’m getting older.

Here are some of my thoughts:

Psoas major injuries are quite common and often overlooked. Although it’s a widespread issue, it’s not commonly diagnosed by many doctors. That’s why we check for tenderness in the lower abdomen and upper thigh to help with our diagnosis.

In my treatment approach, I apply pressure to the psoas muscle from the lower abdomen for about one minute to help it relax. Then I perform acupuncture at the Piguan point, followed by cupping at the same location. I believe treating the abdomen is a key part of the therapy for psoas injuries.

It’s not necessary to eliminate all pain during treatment. When pressing on the abdomen, if the patient feels tightness or pain in the psoas area, it may indicate that the healing process is still ongoing. This kind of response is a normal and helpful sign of recovery.

I often start by inserting the needle into a point on the hand — a distal point — and then ask the patient to move their hip for about 10 minutes. This helps to relax the psoas muscle. The hand has a large representation area in the brain’s sensory and motor cortex, which is one reason why we often choose to do acupuncture on the hand. It can create a strong central nervous system response and support muscle release more effectively.