1. Kneading Massage Therapy
The rolling technique performed using the protrusion of the first joint of the index finger is called kneading. The practitioner holds a fist and applies pressure with the protrusion of the first joint of the index finger of the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers. The hand is attached to the treatment area, and the wrist is relaxed to perform a uniform back and forth swinging motion, causing the fist to roll back and forth. The frequency is approximately 160 times per minute.
This technique has the effects of relaxing muscles, promoting blood circulation, relieving pain, and lubricating joints. It is used to treat conditions such as headaches, insomnia, and pain in the neck, shoulders, lower back, etc.
2. Backhand Rolling Massage Therapy
The rolling technique performed using the area near the little finger on the back of the hand is called backhand rolling. This movement is a combination of the flexion and extension of the wrist joint and the rotation of the forearm. The practitioner attaches the area near the little finger on the back of the hand to the treatment area, slightly flexes the joints of the fingers, and actively performs continuous flexion and extension movements of the wrist joint, which in turn drives the external and internal rotation of the arm. This causes the back of the hand to continuously roll back and forth on the treatment area. The frequency is approximately 120-160 times per minute.
This technique has the effects of clearing the meridians, promoting blood circulation, resolving stasis, releasing adhesions, and lubricating joints. It is used to treat conditions such as rheumatism, numbness of the skin, limb paralysis, and joint movement disorders.
3. Joint Nodule Kneading Massage Therapy
The rolling technique performed using the back of the fingers is called joint nodule rolling. The practitioner holds a fist and attaches the first joint of the little finger, ring finger, and middle finger to the treatment area. The wrist is relaxed, and a back and forth flexion and extension swinging motion is performed using the wrist joint, causing the force point to roll back and forth uniformly on the treatment area. The frequency is approximately 160 times per minute.
This technique has the effects of clearing the meridians, relieving spasms, and relieving pain. It is used to treat conditions such as rheumatism, numbness of the skin, and delayed sensation.
