The lymphatic system is the body's cleaning machine, serving as the main medium for collecting toxins from various organs. It purifies and transports unwanted substances from the body 24 hours a day, ensuring internal cleanliness. Lymphatic detoxification massage is an effective method for detoxification. So what are the lymphatic detoxification massage techniques?
Key Points for Lymphatic Detoxification Massage
Lymphatic massage is an effective method for preventing diseases and maintaining health. By massaging the lymph nodes throughout the body, it promotes the flow of lymphatic fluid and helps eliminate toxins from the body, thereby enhancing physiological function and self-healing ability. It is suitable for preventing diseases in healthy individuals, maintaining health in chronic diseases, and preventing various conditions such as fatigue, edema, rough skin, irritability, and back pain.
Lymphatic Detoxification Massage Techniques
Scalp Massage: Dip your fingertips in massage oil and massage the entire scalp. When experiencing headaches, massage from the base of the neck to the bottom of the scalp, allowing the massage oil to penetrate. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Brow Kneading: Sit upright and knead the lower part of the brow with the thumb and index finger. Divide the brow into four areas, kneading from the inner to outer ends and releasing with a bouncing motion. Repeat 6 times.
Clavicle Massage: Sit upright and massage the upper clavicle inward from the shoulder. Repeat 6 times.
Neck Massage: Sit upright and slightly tilt the head. Use four fingers to massage from behind the ears to the clavicle, creating an arched motion. Repeat 6 times. Then divide the neck into two sides and use both palms to massage from the base of the neck to the bottom of the scalp, forming circular motions on each side of the cervical spine. Use small and strong movements. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Shoulder Massage: Sit upright and combine rubbing and kneading techniques. Massage from the shoulders to the neck using sliding and gentle rubbing motions, then use the thumb and palm to knead back and forth with force. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Arm Kneading: Sit upright and knead from the bottom to the armpit. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Abdominal Massage: Lie on your back and massage in a counterclockwise direction in circular motions. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Abdominal Massage: Use both hands to massage up and down between the arm and neck, with continuous movements. Repeat multiple times.
Waist Massage: Lie face down and place the palms on the waist. Apply pressure with body weight and massage by pressing towards the sides. When reaching the sides, use the palm to massage. Repeat 6 times.
Leg Squeezing: Squeeze the feet, ankles, calves, the highest point of the calves, and the center of the thighs where they connect to the buttocks in sequence.
Foot Kneading: Knead from the toes to the heels, with the thumb on the top of the foot and the other fingers on the sole. Repeat for 2 minutes.
Lymphatic Detoxification Acupressure Massage
Pressing Chengqi Acupoint: Chengqi is located below the pupil, above the upper edge of the lower eyelid.
Press both sides of the Chengqi acupoint with the thumbs or index fingers simultaneously for 30-50 times. It is best to feel soreness in the area. Repeat 3-5 times a day. Regularly massaging this acupoint can effectively promote lymphatic circulation around the eyes and accelerate detoxification.
Pressing Taiyuan Acupoint: Taiyuan is located on the transverse crease of the wrist, where the pulse beats.
The masseur holds the forearm of the person being massaged with the right hand, and presses the Taiyuan acupoint with the left thumb or index finger for about 2 minutes until a sore and swollen sensation is felt. Alternate between the left and right hands. Regularly massaging this acupoint can promote lymphatic circulation and eliminate lymphatic toxins.
Rubbing Lianquan Acupoint: Lianquan is located at the midpoint of the upper border of the hyoid bone.
Rub the Lianquan acupoint with the ridged surface of the thumb for 2 minutes, with moderate force. It is best to feel soreness in the area. Regularly massaging this acupoint can effectively eliminate lymphatic toxins and promote lymphatic circulation.
Pushing and Rubbing Chengjiang Acupoint: Chengjiang is located below the lower lip, in the middle depression.
Press the Chengjiang acupoint with the middle finger and rub in a clockwise direction for 2 minutes. Then, from Chengjiang to the corner of the mouth, rub gently. Repeat 15-20 times. The lymphatic system is densely distributed around the lips, and regular massage of this acupoint promotes lymphatic circulation and detoxification.
Pushing and Rubbing Jiquan Acupoint: Jiquan is located in the armpit, in the middle.
Sit upright, slightly extend the upper limbs, and press and rub the Jiquan acupoint with the middle finger of the left or right hand for 2 minutes. It is best to feel soreness radiating towards the fingertips. The armpits are densely populated with lymph nodes, and regular massage of this acupoint can promote lymphatic circulation and help eliminate toxins.
Pushing and Rubbing Quanliu Acupoint: Quanliu is located directly below the outer corner of the eye, at the depression below the lower edge of the zygomatic bone.
Lie down or sit upright and press the Quanliu acupoint on both sides with the middle finger or index finger for half a minute, then rub in a clockwise direction. It is best to feel soreness and a spreading sensation throughout the face. Regularly massaging this acupoint enhances facial blood circulation, promotes lymphatic detoxification, and stimulates facial muscle tissue.
Lymphatic System Detoxification Process
The lymphatic fluid produced by lymph nodes distributed throughout the body absorbs dead cells, excess body fluids, and other toxins generated by food. These toxins are filtered out from the lymph nodes and enter certain excretory organs - the skin, liver, or kidneys. They are eventually eliminated from the body through sweating, bowel movements, and urination.
Precautions for Lymphatic Detoxification Massage
Using the above massage techniques, you can perform health massages on various parts of the body. It is important to note that the massage should be done in the direction of the heart. When massaging children, individuals with weak bodies, or the elderly, use gentle sliding and stroking motions.
