Infantile convulsions, also known as "infantile seizures," are a common emergency condition involving abnormalities in the central nervous system in children. They often occur in children under the age of five and can be life-threatening. Therefore, immediate medical attention is necessary when a convulsion occurs. After stabilizing the condition, massage of specific acupoints can be used to effectively prevent and treat the disease. Below is a detailed explanation of the massage techniques for infantile convulsions.
Tapping and pinching Renzhong (GV26)
Location: Located on the face, at the intersection of the upper 1/3 and middle 1/3 of the philtrum groove.
Massage technique: Use the fingertip of the thumb to rhythmically tap and pinch Renzhong 60 times per minute, with a local mild soreness as the appropriate sensation.
Pressure on Zhongchong (PC9)
Location: Located in the central tip of the distal phalanx of the middle finger.
Massage technique: Use the fingertip of the thumb to press Zhongchong 60 times, with a local mild soreness as the appropriate degree.
Rubbing Yongquan (KI1)
Location: Located on the sole of the foot, at the intersection of the first 1/3 and last 2/3 of the line connecting the heads of the furrows between the second and third toes with the heel.
Massage technique: Use the fingertip of the thumb to rub Yongquan 60 times, with a local mild soreness as the appropriate degree.
Pressing Fengchi (GB20)
Location: Located on the neck, below the occipital bone, at the depression between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the upper end of the trapezius muscle.
Massage technique: Use the fingertips of the index and middle fingers to press Fengchi 30 times, with one press and release counting as one time. Gradually increase the force, with a local mild soreness as the appropriate sensation.
Massage for Different Types of Infantile Convulsions
For acute convulsions: Symptoms include sudden high fever, restlessness, flushed face, shortness of breath, clenched teeth, followed by limb convulsions, coma, stiff neck, etc. In addition to the above massage techniques, acupressure on Hegu (LI4), Qingtian (GB7), Anzhong (TE17), Rouyintang (EX-HN8), Jingning (EX-HN12), and Xiaotianxin (KI16), as well as massaging the Heart Meridian, should be applied.
For slow convulsions: Symptoms include pale face, dullness, weak and intermittent convulsions, and trembling hands. In addition to the above massage techniques, acupressure on Bupi (SP2), Buren (KI9), and pushing the Three Gates (LI4, SJ5, and GB40) should be applied.
Analysis of Massage Acupoints for Infantile Convulsions
Massaging the above acupoints can help clear heat, dispel fire, transform phlegm, and eliminate turbidity. It has a certain therapeutic effect in the prevention and treatment of infantile convulsions. When a child suddenly develops convulsions, parents should seek medical treatment for their child in a timely manner.
