Rhinitis is a common condition in children, often presenting with symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose. If left untreated, rhinitis can develop into chronic rhinitis, so early treatment is necessary. Here, we will teach you the massage techniques for chronic rhinitis in babies.
Common Massage Techniques for Chronic Rhinitis in Babies
The child should sit or lie down. The masseur uses the thumbs to massage the forehead acupoint, pushing upwards to the hairline, repeating the motion 15-30 times. Then, starting from the forehead along the upper eye socket, massage to the temples on both sides, repeating 15-20 times. Next, knead the temples for 1 minute. Use the thumbs to point and knead the bilateral Yingxiang acupoints for 1-3 minutes. Use the index finger to quickly rub up and down on both sides of the nose bridge, generating a local burning sensation. Lastly, knead the bilateral Hegu acupoints for 1-3 minutes.
Differentiation and Treatment of Chronic Rhinitis in Babies
Wind Cold Syndrome
Symptoms include severe nasal congestion, clear and white runny nose, aversion to cold, fever, no sweating, headache, and body pain. The tongue is pale red with a thin white coating.
Massage technique: In addition to the common massage techniques, add 300 pushes to the San Guan acupoint, and 100 clears to the Lung meridian; knead the Qu Chi acupoint for 1 minute; use the base of the palm to push the muscles on both sides of the spine, generating heat without discomfort; knead the Da Zhui acupoint for 1-3 minutes.
Wind Heat Syndrome
Symptoms include nasal congestion, impaired sense of smell, hot breath, thick and yellowish runny nose, fever, aversion to wind, sweating, thirst, and occasional coughing. The tongue is red with a thin yellow coating.
Massage technique: In addition to the common massage techniques, add 200 clears to the Lung meridian and 300 clears to the Tianhe and Shui acupoints; knead the Feng Fu and Qu Chi acupoints for 1 minute each, and gently stimulate to avoid discomfort; for severe heat, apply alcohol to rub the back for 1-3 minutes.
Gallbladder Heat Syndrome
Symptoms include nasal congestion, turbid and foul-smelling nasal discharge, impaired sense of smell, headache, restlessness, dizziness, ear ringing, bitter taste in the mouth, and pain in the sides. The tongue is red with a yellow coating.
Massage technique: In addition to the common massage techniques, add 300 clears to the Liver meridian, 300 clears to the Lung meridian, 300 clears to the Tianhe and Shui acupoints, 100 kneads to the Zong Jin acupoint, and knead the Taichong and Sanyinjiao acupoints for 1 minute each; rub the Yongquan acupoint 20 times.
Spleen Qi Deficiency Syndrome
Symptoms include nasal congestion, excessive nasal discharge that can be thin or sticky, impaired sense of smell, heavy-headedness, fatigue, lack of appetite, bloating, loose stools, and sallow complexion. The tongue is pale with a thick white coating.
Massage technique: In addition to the common massage techniques, add 300 tonifies to the Spleen meridian and 300 kneads to the Ban Men acupoint; rub the navel for 2-5 minutes; knead the Zusanli acupoint for 1-3 minutes; knead the Pishu and Weishu acupoints for 1 minute each.
Lung Qi Deficiency Cold Syndrome
Symptoms include intermittent nasal congestion, white and abundant nasal discharge without odor, impaired sense of smell, shortness of breath, physical coldness, cough with phlegm. The tongue is pale with a white and slippery coating.
Massage technique: In addition to the common massage techniques, add 300 kneads to the Wai Lao Gong acupoint and 300 pushes to the San Guan acupoint; rub the abdomen with the navel for 2-5 minutes; knead the Feishu and Pishu acupoints for 1 minute each; knead the Zusanli acupoint for 1 minute.
Benefits of Massage for Chronic Rhinitis
By massaging the relevant acupoints and areas, local blood circulation can be improved, promoting the absorption and dissipation of inflammation and edema, thus eliminating the cause and maintaining a clear nasal passage.
Home Remedies for Treating Chronic Rhinitis
1. Apply some medicated oil to the nostrils 7-8 times a day. Depending on the severity of the condition, continue for at least one month. Initially, there may be excessive nasal discharge, but it will gradually decrease as the condition improves.
2. Fill a basin with half hot water and let the child inhale the steam, making sure they don't come into contact with the hot water to avoid burns. Steam for 15-20 minutes every day, and the nose will quickly become clear.
