Pediatric abdominal distension is usually caused by injury to the spleen and stomach due to improper diet, and can be divided into two types: real distension and virtual distension. Abdominal distension can be relieved by massage techniques. Let's take a look at the illustrations of pediatric abdominal distension massage techniques.
Symptoms of Pediatric Abdominal Distension
Real Distension
The child's abdomen is full and occasionally has symptoms of abdominal pain. The appetite may decrease, and the abdominal distension becomes more pronounced when eating.
Virtual Distension
The child's abdomen is noticeably enlarged, and the symptoms of abdominal distension worsen at night. The child has no appetite, is mentally tired, has a pale complexion, is physically thin, and is usually accompanied by cold limbs, short urine, and other symptoms.
Massage Techniques for Pediatric Real Distension
Main acupoints:
Step 1: Rub Xiaotianxin Acupoint for 5 minutes, rub Xiaohengwen Acupoint for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Reverse internal Bagua for 3 minutes, push Sihengwen Acupoint for 6 minutes.
Step 3: Rub Hegu Acupoint for 1 minute.
Auxiliary acupoints:
Step 1: Push and tonify the Kidney Meridian for 7 minutes.
Step 2: Push Qingbanmen Acupoint for 5 minutes, push Qingtianhe Water Acupoint for 2 minutes.
Step 3: Rub Erlinshangma for 5 minutes, push Qingxiaosang Meridian for 7 minutes.
Efficacy of Pediatric Real Distension Massage Acupoints
Main acupoints:
1. Rubbing Xiaotianxin and Xiaohengwen can regulate liver qi and relieve abdominal pain.
2. Reversing internal Bagua and pushing Sihengwen can promote qi circulation and relieve abdominal distension.
3. Rubbing Hegu Acupoint can harmonize stomach qi, relieve nausea, and promote the child's appetite recovery.
Auxiliary acupoints:
1. Pushing and tonifying the Kidney Meridian nourishes yin.
2. Pushing Qingbanmen and Qingtianhe Water can eliminate dampness, promote diuresis, and clear heat.
3. Rubbing Erlinshangma and pushing Qingxiaosang Meridian can promote urination, eliminate edema, and also relieve abdominal distension.
Massage Techniques for Pediatric Virtual Distension
Main acupoints:
Step 1: Push and tonify the Spleen Meridian for 5 minutes, slowly and gently rub Yiwo Feng Acupoint for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Push and tonify the Kidney Meridian for 7 minutes.
Step 3: Rub Erlinshangma for 5 minutes, push Qingxiaosang Meridian for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Rub Wailaogong for 4 minutes, pinch Shenzhu Acupoint.
Auxiliary acupoints:
Step 1: Rub Xiaotianxin for 5 minutes, rub Xiaohengwen for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Reverse internal Bagua for 2 minutes.
Step 3: Push Sihengwen for 4 minutes, rub Hegu Acupoint for 1 minute.
Efficacy of Pediatric Virtual Distension Massage Acupoints
Main acupoints:
1. Pushing and tonifying the Spleen Meridian, rubbing Yiwo Feng can invigorate the spleen and supplement qi.
2. Pushing and tonifying the Kidney Meridian can supplement kidney water and promote diuresis.
3. Rubbing Erlinshangma and pushing Qingxiaosang Meridian can clear heat and dampness, promote urination, and relieve abdominal distension.
4. Rubbing Wailaogong and pinching Shenzhu can supplement spleen yang, relieve abdominal pain, and symptoms of cold limbs.
Auxiliary acupoints:
1. Rubbing Xiaotianxin and Xiaohengwen can promote meridian circulation and relieve abdominal pain.
2. Reversing internal Bagua can promote digestion, relieve abdominal distension, increase appetite, and help the child recover their eating habits.
3. Pushing Sihengwen and rubbing Hegu Acupoint can harmonize stomach qi and help the child improve their diet.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Abdominal Distension
Pediatric abdominal distension is a common disease, and sometimes improper diet can also cause abdominal distension. There are many causes of abdominal distension, and treatment should be based on the child's symptoms in order to be targeted.
Furthermore, parents should cultivate correct eating habits for their children and avoid overeating.
