Tuina, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, has great preventive and therapeutic effects. It has gained popularity among many people. However, sometimes we have to drink alcohol due to social events and gatherings. So, can we drink alcohol the day after tuina?
Can I drink alcohol the day after tuina?
Yes, you can drink alcohol the day after tuina.
Generally, we recommend not to drink alcohol immediately after tuina. After tuina, the superficial layer of our skin is congested and the pores are open. Drinking alcohol can further accelerate blood circulation. Since tuina involves rupturing capillaries under the skin, drinking alcohol immediately after tuina may cause subcutaneous tissue bleeding, making it difficult for the skin to recover and increasing the possibility of allergies.
However, on the second day after tuina, the skin pores have returned to normal and the damaged epidermis has partially recovered. It is safe to drink alcohol in moderation, and it will not have a significant impact on the tuina results.
Moreover, although you can drink alcohol on the second day after tuina, it is still recommended to wait a few more days before drinking. For example, wait until the tuina marks on the body have faded before drinking alcohol. This is more beneficial for your overall health.
It is also not advisable to have tuina immediately after drinking alcohol
Not only should you not have tuina immediately after drinking alcohol, but it is also not advisable to have tuina immediately after drinking alcohol.
Drinking alcohol causes blood vessels to dilate, and tuina will further dilate the cutaneous blood vessels, which can easily lead to insufficient blood supply to the brain. Studies have shown that it takes at least 6 hours for alcohol to evaporate from the liver after it enters the body, and other alcohol entering the body takes even longer. Therefore, it is recommended to wait for 12-24 hours after tuina before undergoing tuina treatment again.
What should you do if you drink alcohol after tuina?
1. Drink plenty of water
If you have drunk alcohol after tuina, it is best to drink plenty of water first. This can promote the metabolism of alcohol and reduce its impact on the body.
2. Eat something
If you have drunk alcohol after tuina, you can eat some solid foods such as steamed buns, rolls, and cakes, which have a strong ability to absorb water. This can slow down the absorption of alcohol in the stomach.
3. Drink sobering soup
Some drinks, such as pear juice and sugarcane juice, can be used as sobering soups to relieve drunkenness symptoms and promote the metabolism of alcohol.
Precautions after tuina
1. Pay attention to keeping warm during tuina treatment, especially in cold weather and avoid direct exposure to drafts. In summer, avoid tuina in front of a fan.
2. Do not perform tuina in the same area where the tuina marks have not faded. The next tuina session should be scheduled 3-6 days later, based on the disappearance of the tuina marks on the skin.
3. It is recommended to drink a cup of warm water (preferably with a little sugar and salt) and rest for 15-20 minutes after tuina.
4. Tuina may cause minor damage to the local skin during the process. It is important not to scratch or scratch the tuina area due to itching, to avoid wasting the effort of tuina.
5. Do not take a bath immediately after tuina to prevent the invasion of cold air. Wait for the skin pores to close and return to their original state, which is generally around 3-8 hours after tuina, before taking a bath.
6. Do not perform tuina in the same area where the tuina marks have not faded.
