Pediatric stomatitis is mainly caused by heat accumulation in the spleen and stomach, resulting in ulceration of the mouth and tongue, which is very similar to what we commonly call oral ulcers. It is mostly caused by oral uncleanliness or improper diet, or inflammation and ulceration of the tip of the tongue or oral mucosa caused by physical reasons, leading to difficulty in feeding in children. Massage of relevant acupoints can nourish yin and reduce heat, clear away accumulated heat, and relieve pediatric stomatitis. Let's take a look at the massage methods for pediatric stomatitis.
Rubbing the Kidney Meridian
The Kidney Meridian is located on the palmar side of the terminal joint of the little finger. Use the thumb pad to rub the Kidney Meridian 100-200 times, until there is a local sensation of soreness and distension.
Rubbing the Tianhe Water
The Tianhe Water is located in the middle of the forearm, from the wrist to the elbow, forming a straight line. Close the index finger and middle finger together and use the fingertip to rub the Tianhe Water from the wrist to the elbow for 2-3 minutes, until the local skin becomes red and warm.
Retreating the Six Curiosities
The Six Curiosities are located on the ulnar side of the forearm, from the Yin Pool to the elbow, forming a straight line. Close the middle finger and index finger together and use the finger pads to push from the elbow to the wrist for 2-3 minutes, until the local skin becomes red and warm.
Pressing and Rubbing Hegu
Hegu is located on the back of the hand, between the first and second metacarpal bones, at the midpoint on the radial side of the second metacarpal bone. Use the thumb pad to press and rub Hegu for 1-2 minutes, until there is a local sensation of soreness and distension.
Effects of Pediatric Stomatitis Massage
Massaging the Kidney Meridian can tonify the kidney and clear away heat, massaging the Tianhe Water can clear heat and dispel surface evils, and warm and nourish the lower yuan; retreating the Six Curiosities can clear and promote urination, and also has the effect of clearing heat; pressing and rubbing Hegu can relieve the pain of children's stomatitis and have the function of dispersing wind and dispelling surface evils.
Differentiation and Treatment of Pediatric Stomatitis
If there is constipation and symptoms of chest stuffiness and irritability, you can add 4 minutes of massage on the Large Intestine Meridian to help with defecation and eliminate internal damp heat.
Precautions for Pediatric Stomatitis Massage
Massage of the above-mentioned acupoints has the effects of nourishing yin, clearing heat, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain, which can alleviate the discomfort caused by stomatitis in children. However, attention should be paid to targeted treatment for other symptoms, and daily oral hygiene of children should be given more attention to prevent the worsening of the condition or recurrence after recovery.
