Children's lungs are delicate and their barrier function is insufficient. Whenever there is a change in weather or a temperature imbalance, they are prone to catching a cold. Massage techniques not only have the effect of treating colds, but also have a preventive effect. They are particularly effective for weak children who frequently catch colds. Let's take a look at the illustrations of pediatric massage for preventing colds.
Clearing the Lung Meridian for 5-10 minutes
The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the acupoints on the palm side of the child's ring finger, which is the Lung meridian. The massage is done from the fingertip to the base of the finger, for 5-10 minutes.
Tonifying the Spleen Meridian for 200-500 times
The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the acupoints on the spiral side of the child's thumb (Spleen meridian), from the base of the finger to the fingertip, for 200-500 times.
Clearing the Tianhe Water for 100-200 times
The masseur uses the thumb to massage along the middle line on the palm side of the child's forearm, from near the wrist to the elbow joint (Tianhe Water), for 100-200 times.
Pediatric Massage Techniques for Cold Prevention
Wind-Cold Cold
1. The masseur uses the thumb or middle finger's spiral side to rub the depression in the center of the back of the child's wrist, in the middle of the wrist crease. Rub it on the left and right sides, for 200-500 times.
2. The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the acupoints on the palm side of the child's ring finger (Lung meridian), from the fingertip to the base of the finger, for 5-10 minutes.
3. The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the linear acupoints on the palm side of the child's index finger (Liver meridian), from the fingertip to the base of the finger, for 100-300 times.
4. For children with severe headache and nasal congestion, the masseur pinches or rubs the acupoints behind the child's hand after the depression on the back of the hand (Yangchi), pinching 5 times and rubbing 50-100 times.
Wind-Heat Cold
1. The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the acupoints on the palm side of the child's index finger (Liver meridian), from the fingertip to the base of the finger, for 100-300 times.
2. The masseur uses the thumb to directly massage the acupoints on the palm side of the child's ring finger (Lung meridian), from the fingertip to the base of the finger, for 5-10 minutes.
3. The masseur uses the index and middle fingers to push the acupoints on the side of the child's little finger from the elbow crease to the wrist crease in a straight line (Six Fu), pushing from the elbow to the wrist for about 5 minutes.
4. For children with severe cough, the masseur uses the thumb to pinch or rub the acupoints behind the child's hand after the depression on the back of the hand (Yangchi), pinching 5 times and rubbing 50-100 times.
Daily Attention for Preventing and Treating Colds in Children
1. Get plenty of sun and engage in outdoor activities to enhance the child's physical fitness and resistance to disease.
2. Adjust the clothing according to changes in the weather, and avoid the child wearing clothes that are too warm and causing sweating.
3. Drink plenty of water and eat light foods during the cold period. Eat more leafy vegetables and fruits, and avoid greasy foods.
4. If the child frequently catches colds, use preventive massage techniques to prevent colds and strengthen the spleen and stomach on a regular basis.
5. If the condition is severe, pay attention to the possibility of developing pneumonia and seek medical treatment in a timely manner.
