With the increasing work and life pressure, as well as the lack of self-care, many people suffer from gastrointestinal problems. What are some ways to relieve gastrointestinal issues? Today, I will introduce several massage methods that can easily alleviate gastrointestinal problems. Let's take a look.
In traditional Chinese medicine, regular acupressure can help promote digestion and relieve stagnation in the stomach. The acupoints like Zusanli, Xiawan, and Sifeng are key acupoints for gastrointestinal issues.
Zusanli Acupoint:
The spleen and stomach are the foundation of our body. Zusanli is like a magical herb in our body. By stimulating this acupoint, it can regulate the digestive system in both directions. For example, if you have diarrhea, massaging this acupoint can stop it. If you have constipation, massaging this acupoint can promote bowel movements. There is a saying in Chinese medicine that "the stomach is treated with Zusanli." Acupuncture is an effective method, but massage and scraping can also achieve the same results.
Sifeng Acupoint:
Sifeng is an extraordinary point outside the meridian, specifically used for resolving food stagnation and promoting digestion. Originally used to treat digestive problems in children, it has been proven to be effective for adults as well. So, whenever you encounter digestive problems, you can use Sifeng to solve them. Massage is recommended, and using the thumb to apply pressure produces amazing results.
Xiawan Acupoint:
Xiawan is an acupoint located in the abdomen, very close to the stomach. In Chinese medicine, there is a principle called "selecting acupoints nearby," which means finding acupoints around the problematic organ. When treating diarrhea, using Xiawan, Shangjuxu, Xiaojuxu, and Weizhong acupoints together can be very effective. Shangjuxu belongs to the Large Intestine meridian, Xiaojuxu belongs to the Small Intestine meridian, and using both acupoints can effectively stop diarrhea. Weizhong is a special acupoint for treating diarrhea. When experiencing diarrhea, massaging Shangjuxu, Xiaojuxu, and Weizhong can produce good results.
Massage Techniques for Maintaining and Nourishing the Spleen and Stomach in Traditional Chinese Medicine:
Method 1:
Place your hands on top of each other and massage the abdomen in a clockwise and counterclockwise direction for 10 times.
Method 2:
Place your hands on the navel and gently tremble the abdomen for 1-3 minutes, with a frequency of 120-180 times per minute.
Method 3:
Tap the belt vessel with both hands for 3-5 minutes. Clench your fists and tap the sides of your waist, based on your own tolerance.
Method 4:
Massage the spleen meridian route along the inner edge of the big toe and the inner edge of the tibia on the inside of the calf, from bottom to top for 10 times. Then press the Taibai point (located on the inner edge of the foot, below the head of the first metatarsal bone), Sanyinjiao point (located on the inner side of the lower leg, 3 inches above the inner ankle bone), Yinlingquan point (located on the inside of the knee joint, in the depression of the inner side of the tibia), and the tender points for half a minute each.
Method 5:
Massage the stomach meridian route on the front outer side of the lower leg from top to bottom. Focus on pressing the Zusanli point (3 inches below the knee), Fenglong point (located on the front outer side of the lower leg, the midpoint between the outer knee and the outer ankle), and the tender points.
Method 6:
Apply pressure and rub Zhongwan point (4 fingers above the navel) and Neiguan point (located on the palm side of the wrist, about two thumb-widths above the central line of the wrist) for 1-3 minutes each.
