🌿 Folk Prescriptions

Daoyin (guiding and pulling) exercises have a long history, already documented over two thousand years ago. The Suwen says: "When meridians are blocked, diseases arise from numbness; treatment involves massage, moxibustion, and medicinal wine." Daoyin Yi Jing (Daoyin for Enhancing Essence) refers to techniques using guided movements to invigorate sexual function. Centuries of practice confirm these methods possess powerful rejuvenating effects.
Massage Kidney to Enhance Essence
The kidneys govern storage of essence, serving as the source of growth, development, reproduction, and the foundation of life—thus called the "root of innate constitution" in TCM. Massage promoting blood and qi circulation in the kidneys can achieve abundant kidney essence.
One: Side-Lying Kidney Rubbing Technique
① Lie supine with eyes closed, fists clenched at sides, exhale through mouth, inhale through nose. ② Roll onto left side, rub palms until warm. Place right palm on the lower back, rub vertically over the right kidney area (kidney region) 30 times. ③ Roll onto right side, repeat the same number of times on the left side. Steps ① to ③ constitute one round; repeat 3 to 5 times.
Two: Immersion Kidney Rubbing Technique
① Sit immersed in a bathtub, legs extended straight or bent knees in a seated position. Reach right hand behind, use thumb and index finger to rub the backside of the right kidney area, repeating 30 times. ② Use left hand to rub the left kidney 30 times. ③ Then place both palms directly on kidney areas and rub up and down for over 30 times. Repeat 3 to 5 times.
Three: Abdominal Pressure Technique
Strengthening bladder function is most effective via abdominal pressure. Especially focus on massaging the area below the navel. If combined with techniques one and two, results become more pronounced.
Four: Urethral Technique – Rubbing Groin Area
① Lie supine with eyes closed, fists clenched at sides, slowly exhale through mouth, inhale through nose. ② Rub palms until warm, then rub the groin area (ankle region) 30 times. One round consists of this action; repeat 3 to 5 rounds. Although these practices restore sexual function, they also serve as treatments for organ dysfunction.
Massage Liver to Strengthen Kidneys
The liver and kidneys reside in the lower jiao and are considered "Jia Gui twins" (same origin). The liver stores blood, the kidneys store essence; essence and blood mutually generate. The liver’s meridians are especially closely linked to reproductive organs. The Ling Shu states: "The Foot Jueyin Meridian... runs along the inner thigh, enters the pubic hair, passes through the genitalia." It also says: "The Foot Jueyin Sinew... when diseased, causes dysfunction of the genitalia." Thus, strengthening the liver and tendons can enhance sexual function.
One: Rubbing Liver Technique
① Lie supine with eyes closed, thumbs interlocked inward at sides, slowly exhale through mouth, inhale through nose. ② Rub palms until warm, then use right hand to rub the lowest left rib 30 times. ③ Use left hand to rub the lowest right rib 30 times. Steps ① to ③ constitute one round; repeat 3 to 5 times.
Two: Pressing Liver Technique
① Sit immersed in a bathtub, knees bent. Except for thumbs, keep eight fingers together, press against the left rib edge near the stomach, fingers pointing inward, fingertips bent, pressing the flesh between the stomach and ribs inward. Inhale through nose, then release and exhale through mouth. ② Move fingertips slightly backward along the ribs, bring two index fingers to the center of the rib. As before, press inward with fingertips until they can enter the inner side of the ribs, inhaling through nose. ③ Release pressure and exhale through mouth. Move hands outward, bring fingertips together and press against the lowermost left rib near the rib cage, pushing the abdomen inward toward the ribs. Inhale through nose. Then release fingertips from inside the ribcage and exhale through mouth.
Steps ① to ③ involve pressing the abdomen inward along the ribs, from the stomach toward the ribcage, repeated three times. One full cycle equals one repetition; perform 3 to 5 times. After completing the left side, repeat the same method on the right side. Equal numbers on both sides, but always begin with the left.
Additionally, apply slight pressure when pushing fingertips inward. Initially, push about 1 cm deep; gradually increase to 2–3 cm as tolerance builds. Initial inability to penetrate indicates stiff internal organs.
Healthy organs are soft and elastic. With consistent practice, stiffness disappears within one week to two months. Softness indicates recovery. The body will naturally perceive this change.
If pain or discomfort occurs, stop immediately. Begin with technique one, practice for two weeks to a month until liver and internal organs recover, then proceed to this technique.