Mofa is a rhythmic massaging technique using the fingertips, the base of the palm (or the base of the fingers) or the entire palm to rub and massage specific areas or acupoints on the body. It can be divided into finger massage and palm massage, often used in combination with kneading and pushing techniques. To achieve satisfactory therapeutic effects, auxiliary substances such as talcum powder, ginger and onion juice, pine resin, and massage cream can also be used.
[Technique] Finger massage involves rhythmically rotating the fingertips on a specific area, with the elbow slightly bent and the wrist relaxed. The movement is centered around the wrist joint and involves the coordinated movement of the palm and fingers. The action should be gentle and soft.
Palm massage involves using the base of the palm (or the base of the fingers) or the entire palm to rub and massage a specific area, with a coordinated circular motion of the forearm and wrist joint. The movement should be gentle and harmonious.
[Effects and Applications] Mofa can warm the meridians, dispel cold, regulate qi, and disperse stagnation. It is commonly used for the treatment of gastric pain, bloating in the chest and sides, indigestion, diarrhea, and constipation.
