There are many techniques for health massage, such as commonly used surface massage, kneading neck method, cotton friction method, back and waist method, tapping method, limb trembling method, etc. These techniques are gentle, flexible, easy to operate, and widely applicable. They can be used for health massage regardless of gender, age, physical condition, or whether there are any symptoms.
With the development of the market economy and the gradual improvement of people's material living standards and their health needs, various health massage service industries have emerged. In domestic, there are health massage, infant health massage, sports massage, beauty massage, weight loss massage, and in foreign countries there are also travel massage, scene massage, pet massage, etc.
General methods
One-finger Zen pushing method
(1) Finger tip one-finger Zen pushing method: use the tip of the thumb to exert force on a certain area or acupoint. Through the flexion and extension of the interphalangeal joints and the swinging of the wrist joint, the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area. When operating, pay attention to sinking the shoulders, drooping the elbows, suspending the wrists, keeping the palm hollow, the fingers solid, and push tightly and move slowly.
(2) Peak-biased one-finger Zen pushing method: use the peak of the thumb to exert force on a certain area or acupoint. Through the flexion and extension of the interphalangeal joints and the swinging of the wrist joint, the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area. When operating, pay attention to sinking the shoulders, drooping the elbows, keeping the fingers solid, pushing tightly, and moving slowly.
(3) Grooved surface one-finger Zen pushing method: use the grooved surface of the thumb to exert force on a certain area or acupoint. Through the flexion and extension of the interphalangeal joints and the swinging of the wrist joint, the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area. When operating, pay attention to sinking the shoulders, drooping the elbows, suspending the wrists, keeping the palm hollow, the fingers solid, push tightly, and move slowly. This method can also use the grooved surface of the thumb to exert force on a certain area, with the other four fingers attached to the other side of the limb, and through the flexion and extension of the interphalangeal joints and the swinging of the wrist joint, the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area.
(4) Kneeling pushing method: use the back side of the interphalangeal joint of the thumb to exert force on the treatment area, and use the swinging of the wrist joint to continuously apply force to the treatment area.
(5) Butterfly pushing method: use both hands to perform peak-biased one-finger Zen pushing method on the forehead of the patient at the same time, called butterfly pushing method.
Rolling method
(1) Side rolling method: exert force on a certain area with the back of the hand near the little finger, using the back of the little finger metacarpophalangeal joint as the fulcrum, slightly flex and relax the elbow joint, rotate the forearm and flex and extend the wrist joint, so that the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area. (2) Standing rolling method:
Use the back and palm joints of the little finger, ring finger, and middle finger to exert force on a certain area, with the back of the little finger metacarpophalangeal joint as the fulcrum, extend the elbow joint, rotate the forearm and flex and extend the wrist joint, so that the force generated will continuously act on the treatment area.
(3) Rubbing method: use the fingertip to exert force on a certain area, and make gentle and soothing circular movements.
(4) Palm rubbing method: use the palm to exert force on a certain area, and make gentle and soothing circular movements.
(5) Fish web rubbing method: use the large fish web or small fish web to exert force on a certain area or acupoint, and make gentle and soothing circular movements.
(6) Palm root rubbing method: use the palm root to exert force on a certain area, and make gentle and soothing circular movements; or overlap both palms, exert force on a certain area with the palm root, and press and rub in the left and right directions.
(7) Forearm rubbing method: use the ulnar side of the forearm to exert force on a certain area, and make circular rubbing or left and right rubbing with force.
(8) Elbow rubbing method: use the tip of the ulna to exert force on a certain area, and make circular rubbing or left and right rubbing with force.
29 methods of health massage
Massage has been passed down in China for more than 2,000 years. It has the functions of regulating nerve function, promoting blood circulation, improving the body's ability to resist diseases, relaxing tendons and activating collaterals, and reducing inflammation and dispersing stasis to relieve pain. The commonly used health massage methods are as follows:
1. Head bath
Place both palms on the forehead, rub slightly to the lower forehead, then turn towards the ears on both sides of the head, gently rub across the top of the head, and return to the forehead. This is considered as 1 time. Repeat 10 times, then evenly and lightly knead the roots of the whole head ten times. This can regulate the Bai meridians, make the blood and qi unobstructed, make the complexion rosy, and reduce wrinkles.
2. Knocking bamboo acupoint
Alternately tap the bilateral bamboo acupoints (located in the middle of the eyebrow depression) with the protruding part of the flexed thumb, 15-20 times per acupoint, with moderate force. This has the effect of relieving frontal pain, eye swelling, and relieving eye fatigue.
3. Eye rotation
Sit upright, rotate both eyes to the left 5 times, then focus forward for a moment, then rotate to the right 5 times, and focus forward again. This is very beneficial for protecting eyesight.
4. Pressing bright
Use the index fingers of both hands to press the bilateral Jingming acupoints (0.1 inch above the inner corner of the eye) for 15-30 seconds, with moderate discomfort. This has the effect of relieving eye pain and improving vision.
5. Rubbing eyelids
Use the thumbs of both hands to lightly press and rotate the upper eyelids, and rotate in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions 20 times. This has the effect of relieving eye pain and improving vision.
6. Pressing Taiyang
Use the tips of the index fingers of both hands to press and rotate on the bilateral temples, clockwise and counterclockwise 10-15 times. This has the effect of relieving pain and refreshing the mind.
7. Knocking teeth
Close your mouth lightly, and lightly knock your upper and lower teeth against each other 20-30 times. This has the effect of preventing loose teeth and promoting digestion.
8. Rubbing the bridge of the nose
Use the back of the thumb to vigorously rub the bilateral bridge of the nose until it feels warm. This helps with ventilation and prevents colds.
9. Dry face
Both hands are held tightly together, and the face is washed from the forehead to the chin 20-30 times. This has the effects of refreshing the brain and reducing blood pressure.
10. Pretend to comb hair
The fingertips of both hands touch the scalp, comb the hair from the forehead to the back of the head, and from the top of the head to the temples. Use the feeling of heat in the head as a guide. This has the effects of refreshing the mind, relieving pain, and reducing blood pressure.
11. Ringing the heaven drum
Place the palms of both hands tightly on the ear holes, lightly tap the back of the head 10 times, then cover the ear holes with the palms, lightly press the back of the head with the fingers, and suddenly lift the palms, repeatedly opening and closing them 10 times. Finally, insert the index fingers into the ear holes and rotate them 3 times, and then suddenly release. This is considered as 1 time, and should be done 3-5 times. This has the effects of refreshing the mind, enhancing memory, strengthening hearing, and preventing ear diseases.
12. Rubbing the chest
Place both palms on the upper outer side of the two breasts, rotate and rub clockwise and counterclockwise 10 times. This has the effects of accelerating blood flow and reducing fatigue of the chest muscles.
13. Pinching the shoulder muscles
Pinch the left shoulder muscles with the right thumb, index finger, and middle finger, and pinch the right shoulder muscles with the left hand, cross them and repeat 10 times. This has the effect of relaxing the shoulders and relieving fatigue.
14. Pressing Shenque
Press the middle point of the line connecting the two nipples with the tip of the thumb, press for about 30 seconds, and suddenly release. Repeat this 5 times. This has the effects of refreshing the chest, regulating qi, relieving pain, and stopping wheezing.
15. Su Hua Gai
Sit upright, calm the mind, take a deep breath, and then exhale slowly, repeat 10 times. This has the effects of rejuvenating the old, invigorating the lungs, and improving respiratory function.
16. Opening the chest corridor
Spread the five fingers of both hands, place them on both sides of the chest, and slide the fingertips along the intercostal space from the inside to the outside, repeating 10-15 times. This has the effects of expanding the chest, regulating qi, and stopping coughing and wheezing.
17. Relaxing the large intestine
Place one hand on the waist, and spread the other hand's five fingers with the fingertips pointing downwards. Rub and knead from the epigastric fossa along both sides of the navel to the lower abdomen, then to the right and up to the lower right rib, and then to the left. Rub and knead along the direction of the large intestine 10 times. This has the effects of unblocking the large intestine, promoting digestion, and preventing constipation.
18. Separating yin and yang
Take the navel as the center, face the palms of both hands towards each other, and place them flat on both sides of the navel. Rub and pat inward and outward with both hands for a total of 10 times. This has the effects of regulating qi, relieving bloating, and improving digestion.
19. Rubbing the knee joints
Sit or stand, rub the left lateral condyle of the femur (one-third of the distance between the greater trochanter of the femur and the sacral foramen) with the tip of the left thumb, then rub the right lateral condyle of the femur with the tip of the right thumb, cross them and repeat 10 times. This has the effects of invigorating the meridians, strengthening tendons, and promoting foot strength.
20. Rubbing the heels
Use both hands to tightly press the heels, and vigorously rub down to the coccyx, with the left and right hands simultaneously performing the action, a total of 30 times. This has the effects of strengthening the waist and kidneys and preventing and treating lower back pain.
21. Swinging both hands
Let both arms hang naturally, swing them forward and backward 30-50 times. This has the effects of relaxing the shoulders, arms, wrists, and finger joints, promoting blood circulation, and enhancing arm function.
22. Beating the shoulders
Hold both hands into fists and pat the upper limbs from the shoulders to the wrists on the opposite side, a total of 20-30 times. This has the effects of unblocking meridians, flexing joints, preventing arthritis, and relieving arm soreness.
23. Top ten fingers
Place the palms of both hands face to face and press the fingertips of the left and right hands against each other 10 times. This has the effect of exercising finger joints and promoting hand function.
24. Pinching the tiger's mouth
Pinch the left hand's tiger's mouth with the right thumb and index finger, and then pinch the right hand's tiger's mouth with the left thumb and index finger, each 10 times. This has the effects of improving hand function and treating head and facial diseases.
25. Rotating the knees
Press both hands tightly on both knees, rotate outward 10 times, then rotate inward 10 times. This has the effects of dispelling wind, flexing bones and muscles, enhancing knee function, and preventing arthritis.
26. Rubbing the thighs
Hold one thigh root firmly with both hands, press down to the knee, and then rub back to the thigh root, back and forth a total of 20 times. This has the effects of promoting joint flexibility, strengthening leg muscles, and preventing leg diseases.
27. Kneading the calf muscles
Use both palms to knead and rotate the calf muscles, 30 times per side. This has the effects of promoting blood circulation, unblocking collaterals, and strengthening muscles.
28. Pinching the Achilles tendon
Pinch the Achilles tendon with the thumb and index finger, 20 times per side. This has the effects of improving foot function, relieving lower limb fatigue, and enhancing foot strength.
29. Rubbing the soles of the feet
Rub both soles of the feet with warm hands, 80 times per side. This has the effects of relieving internal heat, nourishing the liver and improving eyesight.
