Kneading technique is a massage technique that involves using the root of the palm, the base of the fingers, or the fingertips to apply gentle rotating and swinging movements to specific areas or acupoints. It includes finger kneading and palm kneading.
Finger kneading technique:
【Operation essentials】 Use the fingertip (thumb, index finger, middle finger, or a combination of index finger, middle finger, and ring finger) to apply gentle and rhythmic rotating and kneading movements to specific areas or acupoints. During the operation, relax the wrist, swing the forearm, and move the wrist and fingers together. Apply force with the fingers and maintain contact with the area being massaged.
【Effects and applications】 Warm the meridians and regulate qi, disperse stasis, and relieve pain. This technique can be applied to a wide range of areas, including the head, face, and chest. It is effective in treating headaches, epigastric pain, and soft tissue injuries, among other conditions.
