Massage can provide full body relaxation, and scientific massage can also treat various health conditions. So, there are many benefits to massaging. Do you know what the correct massage techniques are? What about facial massage techniques? Let's take a detailed look together!
Massage Techniques
Hand acupressure is a type of "treatment of internal diseases with external therapy" in traditional Chinese medicine. It can not only treat diseases near the hands but also treat diseases related to distant and internal organs. It is not limited by space, does not require tools, is convenient, safe, reliable, has no side effects, has a short treatment duration, and has quick results.
Hand acupressure can be used for self-treatment as well as treatment by others. Many problems can be discovered and regulated through hand acupressure, such as cervical spondylosis, shoulder discomfort, headaches, tinnitus, insomnia, diarrhea, chronic fatigue syndrome, sequelae of stroke, etc. Through acupressure, the initial reactions of soreness, swelling, pain, numbness, heat, heaviness, coldness, coolness, etc. will gradually decrease, and the condition will gradually improve or recover. Acupressure can promote the circulation of the meridians, improve blood circulation, dissolve stasis, regulate the body's internal balance, and enhance the body's immune system.
Hand acupressure is best performed one hour after a meal. It is not suitable for individuals with acute severe, infectious, high fever, bleeding diseases, or those who require surgery. It is also not suitable for women during menstruation, pregnancy, and postpartum periods. When performing acupressure, keep the nails short, clean, and hygienic. Use the tip of the thumb to apply pressure to the relevant acupoints. Similar to acupuncture, you may feel sensations such as soreness, swelling, pain, numbness, heat, heaviness, coldness, radiation, etc. The technique should start with light pressure, then increase the pressure, and gradually rub in a progressive and penetrative manner. The frequency of pressure should be about the same as breathing, and each acupoint should be pressed for about 5 minutes. After finishing one hand, switch to the other hand, and the total time should be around one hour. After finishing, you may feel warm, slightly sweaty, thirsty, so remember to drink a glass of water.
(I) Positioning and Main Treatments for Hand Acupoints There are a total of 20 acupoints for hand therapy
Fifteen Acupoints on the Back of the Hand
1. Acupoint for general headaches; 2. Acupoint for frontal headaches; 3. Acupoint for top of the head headaches; 4. Acupoint for migraines; 5. Acupoint for occipital headaches; 6. Acupoint for eye pain; 7. Acupoint for shoulder pain; 8. Acupoint for neck pain; 9. Acupoint for throat pain; 10. Acupoint for chest pain; 11. Acupoint for spinal pain; 12. Acupoint for lower back and leg pain; 13. Acupoint for sciatica; 14. Acupoint for ankle pain; 15. Acupoint for perineal pain.
Five Acupoints on the Palm
16. Acupoint for cough and asthma; 17. Acupoint for gastrointestinal pain; 18. Acupoint for nocturia; 19. Acupoint for heel pain; 20. Acupoint for cold symptoms.
(II) Methods for Acupressure on Hand Acupoints
1. The acupoint for general headaches is located at the junction of the thumb and index finger on the ulnar side. It is used to treat general headaches, dizziness, and abdominal distension.
2. The acupoint for frontal headaches is located at the junction of the first joint of the index finger on the radial side. It is used to treat frontal headaches, gastrointestinal spasms, acute gastroenteritis, appendicitis, knee joint pain caused by rheumatoid sprains, and toe joint pain.
3. The acupoint for top of the head headaches is located at the junction of the first joint of the middle finger on the radial side. It is used to treat neurogenic headaches and general headaches.
