In fact, traditional Chinese massage therapy, known as tuina, has been proven to be effective in treating obesity through long-term clinical validation. The following are some self-massage techniques that can be done anytime and anywhere, and they have shown good results for overweight individuals. The technique called "trembling abdomen" is very easy to learn and operate.
It can be used at home, in the office, while sitting in a car, or even on an airplane, without being limited by environmental conditions. The method is as follows: Relax and cross your hands, forming a semi-spherical shape, with the roots of both palms against the bilateral horizontal acupoints (one palm-width beside the navel on each side); the little fingers press against the guanyuan acupoint (four finger-widths below the navel); the thumbs press against the zhongwan acupoint (one palm-width above the navel); gently press down on the abdomen, making small and quick movements up and down (more than 150 times per minute), 1-2 times a day. Besides weight loss, this technique can also lower blood sugar, promote bowel movements, and reduce blood pressure.
The technique called "kneading the abdomen" involves using one hand to pinch the skin and flesh of the abdomen, including deep fat, and kneading it in a clockwise direction for about 5 minutes. It is recommended to start with slight discomfort during the first two times.
The technique called "holding Hegu" involves using the thumb and index finger of one hand to firmly pinch the Hegu acupoint on the other hand, exerting force for about 1 minute.
