Foot massage according to where how to massage the soles of the feet comfortable

April 29, 2023
Foot reflex zones are specific techniques to effectively stimulate the foot reflex zones, especially the plantar reflex zones, through the regulation of human body functions to achieve the purpose of disease prevention and treatment, then the foot massage according to where?

Adrenal reflex zone

Positioning: between the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal necks on the bottom of the foot, in the depression behind the herringbone intersection of the palm of the foot. Massage techniques: the right index finger dorsal interphalangeal joint protrusion to the 2,3 metatarsal neck slowly into the top, to appear soreness and swelling is appropriate, stay 10-20 seconds and then slowly relaxed, gradually increase the force, until a slight pain, do 3-5 times. Note: massage with the other hand from the back of the foot to support and assistance, do not change the direction; right forefinger interphalangeal joint vertical top into, do not twist; force to moderate, to loosen the comfort of the degree; top into the site to master the principle of appropriate outside not inside, appropriate back not in front. Functions: tonifying the kidney and filling the essence, invigorating blood and dispelling wind, anti-shock, anti-allergy; mainly for adrenal gland diseases, various infections, allergic diseases, rheumatism, diabetes, etc.

Ventral plexus reflex zone

Localization: 2/3 of the proximal part of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones of the foot, around the kidney reflex zone. Massage technique: use the middle knuckle of the right index finger to press and scrape from far to near, gradually increase the force from light, do 3-5 times. Note: massage with the other hand to support the back of the foot and give reaction force, pressure scraping can be in an arc, the force is uniform and step by step to increase the force, two-handed action to coordinate with. Functions: Regulate the three jiao, improve the pain threshold. Mainly treats the diseases of the organs in the abdominal cavity and relieves the tension of the autonomic nerves.

Kidney reflex zone

Positioning: Extends about 1 inch backward from the adrenal reflex zone. Massage technique: the middle knuckle of the right index finger is pressed and scraped from far to near 3-5 times. Note: massage with the other hand to fix the back of the foot, positioning to be accurate, force to penetrate, even, pressure scraping speed should be slow, pressure scraping with the middle finger dorsal pressure into, avoid proximal interphalangeal joint force. Functions: tonifying the kidney and filling the essence, strengthening the Yang, warming the meridians and opening the veins, awakening the mind and opening the orifices, clearing heat and dampness, relieving constipation and laxative. Mainly used for treating various kidney diseases and kidney-related diseases.

Ureteral reflex zone

Positioning: Starting from the middle of the kidney reflex zone, first backward and then obliquely toward the bladder reflex zone on the inner side of the foot, in a long arc-shaped strip zone. Massage technique: the middle of the dorsal kidney reflex zone of the middle finger of the right hand, first press into the appropriate depth and then downward pressure scraping to the middle point of the bladder area, stay for a moment and then slowly lift, from light to heavy, step by step, do 3-5 times. Note: massage with the other hand to hold the foot to assist; pressure scraping the strength to be uniform, penetration, the speed should be slow. Functions: clear heat and dampness, laxative and detoxification. Main treatment of urinary system diseases.

Bladder reflex zone

Positioning: below the navicular bone on the medial side of the foot, in front of the heel bone. Massage technique: use the middle knuckle of the index finger from the inside of the foot to the outside of the foot in a fan-shaped rotational pressure 3-5 times. Note: the other hand to support the foot, so that it is abducted, easy to operate; the area is more sensitive, not too much force, spin pressure, the rotation angle does not exceed 60 °. Functions: Clearing heat and diarrhea, promoting urination and detoxification. Mainly for cystitis, urinary calculi and other diseases of the urinary tract.

Urethral reflex zone

Location: The strip-like area on the medial side of the heel, from the bladder reflex area to the back of the inner ankle. Massage technique: use the thumb to push from the lower back of the bladder area to the lower back of the inner ankle, rotate the wrist inward and use the radial peak of the thumb to squeeze the bones at the lower back of the inner ankle, to the extent of soreness and swelling, exert more force one after another, do it 3-5 times. Functions: Anti-inflammatory and detoxification, laxative and diuretic. Mainly for urinary tract infections, urinary disorders, perineal disorders and poor sexual function, etc.

Frontal sinus reflex zone (forehead)

Positioning: within about 1 cm of the top of the thumb Massage technique: use the thumb from the inside out to do pushing or index finger pressure scraping, do 3-5 times. Note: the other hand to support the thumb or make the 1st, 2nd toe apart. Massage with the top of the thumb in an arc to do pushing or pressure scraping, even force, step by step to increase the force, to be comfortable to the massager. Functions: clearing heat and dredging wind, pass the ligament to relieve pain. Mainly for forehead pain, eye disease, blurred vision, trigeminal neuralgia and ear diseases.

Trigeminal nerve reflex zone

Positioning: the upper middle section of the lateral side of the terminal phalanx of the foot, distally overlapping with the lateral side of the frontal sinus reflex zone. Massage techniques: thumb break buckle and push pressure method, first with thumb break buckle frontal sinus lateral toenail distal 1/2 (upper branch), in order to produce pain; then to the foot thumb outside the lower push pressure (middle branch), in order to produce pain, then thumb back to the original place, to the thumb lateral push pressure (lower branch), repeat 3-5 times. Note: massage the other hand to fix the pressed foot, the reflex zone is more sensitive, the force increases one by one, but not too much, and should be timely understanding of the patient's response to properly adjust the strength. Functions: activate blood circulation and relieve pain, mainly for migraine, facial nerve palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, toothache and diseases of the five senses.

Cerebellar and brainstem reflex zones

Localization: lower part of the outer part of the toe of the thumb, the lower boundary does not exceed the interphalangeal joint and is not on the lateral surface of the thumb and toe. Massage technique: use the index finger fist top method or pinch finger method, the force from light by light aggravation, do 3-5 times. Note: with the index finger fist top method, the other hand must support the dorsal side of the toe; massage hand and the other hand to coordinate with each other, moderate squeeze in order to obtain the appropriate stimulation. Functions: Drain wind and clear heat, relieve pain. Headache, dizziness, insomnia, memory loss and motor balance disorders, etc.
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