Diarrhea can be caused by various diseases, often occurring in summer. It is commonly caused by unclean or spoiled food, which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. In addition to temporary fasting and timely medical treatment, massage can also be used as an adjunctive treatment. Let's take a look at where the most effective massage for diarrhea is.
Abdominal Massage for Diarrhea Treatment
The patient lies on their back, and the masseuse stands beside them. For patients with excess conditions, massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction, using the center of the navel as the focus, massaging for 3-5 minutes. For patients with deficiency conditions, massage the abdomen in a counterclockwise direction, using the center of the navel as the focus, massaging for 3-5 minutes. Use the "One Finger Zen" technique to push from the Zhongwan point to the Guanyuan point, repeating the process 4-6 times, and also massage the Liangmen and Tianshu points around 100 times each.
Back Massage for Diarrhea Treatment
The patient lies prone, and the masseuse stands on the side, using kneading techniques to repeatedly massage along the Bladder Meridian from top to bottom on the back for 3-5 times. Press the Shenshu points on both sides of the spine 2-3 times, and massage the Piyu, Weiyu, and Dachangyu points on both sides with the thumbs for several tens of times.
Leg Massage for Diarrhea Treatment
Rub the thighs with both hands for 1-2 minutes, and use the thumb to tap and pluck the anterior tibial muscle several times. Massage the Liangqiu, Zusanli, and Shangjuxu points on both sides for several tens of times.
Self-Massage Techniques for Diarrhea
1. The patient lies on their back, using the palms to massage the abdomen in clockwise and counterclockwise directions for 3-5 minutes each, and use the index finger to knead the Zhongwan and Tianshu points for several tens of times.
2. Make a fist and lightly tap the Baliao points for 2-3 minutes.
3. Massage the Zusanli, Shangjuxu, and Yinlingquan points for several tens of times.
Daily Care Do's and Don'ts for Diarrhea
1. Avoid coldness in the abdomen and reduce consumption of raw and cold foods.
2. Pay attention to food hygiene, such as washing hands before and after meals, and only consuming clean fruits and vegetables, avoiding expired or spoiled food.
3. Avoid consuming starchy, fatty, and hard-to-digest foods during diarrhea.
