Constipation can cause bloating in our abdomen. If left untreated, it can lead to the accumulation of toxins in the body and also cause issues like dark spots and poor skin condition. Massage can be a method to treat constipation.
Constipation is a common and embarrassing situation in our daily lives. It refers to the difficulty or inability to have a bowel movement, and it can also lead to weight gain, body odor, and poor skin condition, which greatly affect our lives. There are many reasons for constipation, mainly due to poor lifestyle habits and dietary habits. There are many methods to treat constipation, and today I will talk about the acupoints for constipation massage. Let's take a look!
Constipation Massage Acupoints
In Chinese medicine, constipation is not a disease, but a symptom of a certain disease in the body. The main symptom of constipation is a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements, and the stool becomes dry and hard, making it difficult to have a bowel movement. Some people may only have a bowel movement every two or three days or even longer. To make the stool smoother through massage, it is necessary to massage the waist and kidney area to achieve the best effect!
First: Hegu Acupoint
The Hegu acupoint is located about three inches above the middle of the wrist crease, which is easy to find. The massage method is to gently massage this acupoint with the fingers, or you can massage it in a circular motion. This has a good effect on treating constipation.
Second: Shenshu Acupoint
You can sit on the bed or a chair, cross your hands on your waist, and massage the sides of the ribs with your thumbs, while massaging the Shenshu acupoint with your middle finger. You can apply some pressure and massage about fifty times, making sure to do it on both sides!
Third: Zusanli Acupoint
You can sit on the bed, extend your knees, and press your thumb on the Zusanli acupoint. The other five fingers should be attached to the back of the calf. The massage should not be too light, and you can massage it with some pressure about fifty times.
Fourth: Guanyuan Acupoint
You can lie on the bed in a relaxed position, place your thumb on the Guanyuan acupoint, and massage it with some pressure about fifty times.
Fifth: Tianshu Acupoint
Lie on the bed in a relaxed position, cross your hands on your waist, and use the middle finger to massage the Tianshu acupoint on both sides. The remaining fingers should be tightly pressed against the skin. Massage with some pressure about fifty times.
Sixth: Dachangshu Acupoint
The Dachangshu acupoint is located about 1.5 inches above the prominence of the fourth lumbar spinous process. It is about the width of a thumb. You can massage the acupoint with the fingertip or in a circular motion, which can effectively treat constipation.
Seventh: Zhongwan Acupoint
Lie down on the bed, straighten your legs naturally. Place the palm of your right hand on top of your left hand, and press the palm of your left hand tightly against the Zhongwan acupoint. Massage with some pressure about fifty times.
Eighth: Massage the Sides of the Abdomen
Lie down on the bed, place both hands on the sides of the abdomen, and start pushing from the heel of the palm down to the groin. Repeat about fifty times.
Ninth: Massage the Lower Abdomen
Overlap the palm of your right hand with the back of your left hand, and press the palm of your left hand tightly against the lower abdomen. Massage in a clockwise direction about fifty times, until the skin feels slightly warm.
Tenth: Knead the Abdominal Muscles
Lie down on the bed and use your thumbs and the remaining four fingers to knead the abdominal muscles about fifty times. You can knead with both hands at the same time for better results.
Eleventh: Around the Navel
Lie down on the bed and overlap the palm of your left hand with the back of your left hand. Place the palm of your left hand on the navel. Massage in a clockwise direction about fifty times.
Constipation is a health problem that troubles many people. If constipation occurs, not only will you feel uncomfortable in the abdomen, but your complexion will also worsen. The accumulation of toxins in the body due to constipation can also lead to dark spots and other conditions. In addition, it can severely affect the body's resistance and immunity.
Therefore, it is necessary to prevent and treat constipation in daily life. The diet should be light, and avoid eating greasy or spicy foods. Besides, maintaining a happy mood and exercising more will help improve the body. There are many methods to treat constipation, and in addition to the acupoints for constipation massage mentioned today, dietary adjustments can also be made. For example, you can brew dried mint with hot water or mix black sesame and almond powder and brew it with hot water. These methods are not difficult to make, but they can effectively relieve constipation and restore health.
