Massage Therapy for Tinnitus
Tinnitus can be treated through acupressure massage. So, what acupoints should be massaged for tinnitus? Let's see how traditional Chinese medicine teaches you to massage acupoints to treat tinnitus.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Teaches You to Massage for Tinnitus
Traditional Chinese medicine can treat various diseases through acupressure massage. Similarly, tinnitus can also be treated through massage. So, what acupoints should be massaged to treat tinnitus?
1. Gently massage the Tianhui acupoint (located in front of the tragus, in line with the small depression when opening the mouth) with the index finger and thumb for about 5 minutes, about 350-400 times.
2. Tap the Tiantu acupoint 50 times. Rub both palms together to create heat, cover the ears with the palms, and use the index fingers to tap the area below the occipital bone, creating a drum-like sound that can be heard in the ears.
3. Place the heated palms over both ears, completely covering the ears, and then suddenly release the palms. Repeat this motion 30 times.
4. Then, use the index finger and thumb to pinch and knead the auricle from top to bottom, and then from bottom to top, repeating this motion until there is a warming sensation in both ears, for a total of 100 times.
5. Massage the Hegu acupoint (extend the arm, palm facing down, pinch the muscle at the highest point with the thumb and index finger) 80 times.
Patients who use acupressure massage to treat tinnitus can massage once in the morning and once in the evening. In addition, if the massage can be applied promptly when tinnitus occurs, the effect will be more significant. If patients can persist in doing this for a long time, the tinnitus will definitely improve significantly.
If you still don't know how to massage to treat tinnitus, you can also seek help from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. During the massage, you can also learn from them so that you can massage by yourself in the future.
Effective Care Methods for Relieving Tinnitus:
1. Avoid loud noises. Wearing earplugs when operating machinery can be helpful.
2. Wear hearing aids. This is because the brain can focus on processing external sounds instead of being disturbed by internal tinnitus.
3. Avoid stimulants. Caffeine, nicotine, and vasoconstrictors can worsen tinnitus.
4. Increase background noise. Music, fans, or other background sounds can divert the brain's attention.
5. Behavioral therapy. Relaxation techniques can help alleviate or control tinnitus.
6. Medication. Sedatives or antidepressants can be effective when tinnitus affects sleep or causes severe anxiety.
In addition, tinnitus patients can eat more foods that are beneficial for tinnitus, such as walnuts and kiwis. Avoid eating spicy and stimulating foods, and ensure sufficient sleep and regular daily routines.
