Pediatric fever is a common condition, which can be a standalone disease or caused by various illnesses. Some babies may even experience fever as a result of being startled. Many parents prefer to use massage therapy to help their babies reduce fever. So, how can massage therapy be used to alleviate fever caused by startling in babies?
Clinical Symptoms of Fever Caused by Startling in Babies
"Tuina Guangyi" states: For those who have a fever due to being startled, it could be caused by seeing something unusual or hearing a loud noise. When the heart is startled, the qi becomes disrupted, resulting in a mild fever, disturbed sleep with frequent waking, a shiny face with sweating, and a rapid and restless pulse. The treatment should follow the same principles as for acute shock. The fingertips often appear bluish-purple.
Interpretation of Symptoms of Fever Caused by Startling in Babies
Children's organs are delicate, and their qi is weak. Sudden shock can lead to the dispersal of heart qi, floating spirit, and blood turbulence, resulting in fever. Due to inadequate blood supply to the heart, it fails to perform its functions properly, accompanied by symptoms of disturbed sleep and frequent waking.
Massage Therapy Prescription for Fever Caused by Startling in Babies
Treatment principle: Clearing heat and calming shock.
Massage therapy prescription: Apply pressure to the three gates, clear the lung meridian, balance yin and yang, massage the two gateways, clear the heart meridian, purify heavenly river water, stimulate the five meridians, pinch the main tendons, perform elbow movements, fish for the bright moon, and stimulate the meridians to regulate qi flow.
Explanation of Massage Therapy Prescription for Fever Caused by Startling in Babies
Apply pressure to the three gates, balance yin and yang, purify heavenly river water, fish for the bright moon, clear the lung meridian, clear the heart meridian, clear heat and relieve restlessness. Pinch the main tendons, massage the two gateways, perform elbow movements, stimulate the meridians to regulate qi flow, calm shock, and dispel wind. Stimulate the five meridians, regulate and supplement qi and blood, internally nourish the organs, externally relax the muscles and pores, in order to achieve the effects of clearing heat, calming shock, and relieving restlessness.
Methods to Calm Startled Babies
1. When a baby is startled, parents should immediately use a gentle voice to comfort the baby while also providing skin-to-skin contact. For example, gently stroking the baby's hair or patting their back can quickly provide a sense of security.
2. Apply baby lotion to the center of the baby's fingertip and middle finger, and gently massage it for about 30-50 times. The baby will quickly become calm. If the baby cannot fall asleep due to being startled, parents can use their fingertips to press on the acupoints of the baby's ten fingers, pressing each finger five times. This method is very effective in soothing the baby.
