The spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal life and the source of qi and blood production. All the nutrients needed for the growth and development of children need to be transformed by the spleen and stomach. However, infants and young children have delicate organs and insufficient qi, making the spleen often deficient and susceptible to dampness and external pathogens. The normal functioning of the spleen and stomach is the basic guarantee for the healthy growth of children, and pediatric spleen and stomach strengthening massage is an important method to promote children's healthy growth. Let's take a look at the illustration of pediatric spleen and stomach conditioning massage.
Analysis of Pediatric Spleen and Stomach Conditioning Massage
By applying massage techniques, the spleen and stomach can be strengthened, appetite can be increased, qi and blood can be regulated, and digestion can be improved. Moreover, it can improve the physical fitness of children, enhance their ability to resist diseases, and promote their growth and development.
Pediatric Spleen and Stomach Conditioning Massage Prescription
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Prescription: Strengthen the spleen meridian, rub the abdomen 500 times, perform internal Bagua movements 300 times, knead the acupoint Sanyinjiao on the foot 300 times, pinch the spine 3-5 times, and rub the four transverse lines for 3-5 minutes.
Strengthen the spleen meridian: Bend the thumb and push it straight from the tip to the root along the radial side of the thumb.
Rub the abdomen: Press the palm against the abdomen and make clockwise circular movements on the surface of the skin, judging by the local skin temperature increase.
Perform internal Bagua movements: Hold the child's hand with one hand, and press the index and middle finger on the palm of the other hand, applying clockwise pressure from the Qian Gua to the Dui Gua.
Knead the acupoint Sanyinjiao: Press the acupoint Sanyinjiao on the foot with the thumb, and then rub it three times in a clockwise direction.
Pinch the spine: Hold the skin on both sides of the spine with the thumb and index finger or middle finger, and twist it forward alternately.
Rub the four transverse lines: Close the child's four fingers together, and use the thumb to push from the transverse line of the index finger to the transverse line of the little finger.
Pediatric Spleen and Stomach Conditioning Massage Method
1. The patient sits, and the masseur fixes the patient's left hand. Rub the spleen meridian 500 times, perform internal Bagua movements 300 times, pinch and rub the four transverse lines for 3-5 minutes, and then pinch and rub the acupoint Sanyinjiao on the foot 300 times.
2. The child lies supine, and the masseur places the palm or four fingers together on the child's abdomen, and rubs the entire abdomen in a clockwise direction 500 times.
3. The child lies prone, exposing the back. First, gently rub the spine from top to bottom with the index finger and middle finger on both sides of the spine for 2-3 times, then pinch the spine 3-5 times, and finally press heavily on various acupoints such as Piyu, Shenyu, and Feiyu with both thumbs 3-5 times to enhance the therapeutic effect.
Precautions for Pediatric Spleen and Stomach Conditioning Massage
1. The spleen and stomach conditioning massage can be performed once a day, with 6 sessions as one course of treatment, with a 3-day rest period between courses, and then proceed to the next course. Generally, it is best to do it in the morning or before meals.
2. It can be temporarily suspended during acute infectious diseases and resumed after recovery.
3. Each session should be relatively long, and long-term persistence is necessary to achieve significant results.
