Benefits of abdominal massage
The abdomen is located in the middle of the human body. Except for the heart and lungs, the rest of the organs are hidden in the abdomen. There are many meridians in the whole body. gathered in the abdomen. The abdominal health massage not only has a protective effect on the local part, but also plays a role in adjusting and coordinating the various tissues and organs of the whole body. The efficacy of spleen, liver and kidney have health care effects. At the same time, it has a good preventive effect on indigestion, diaphragm spasm, abdominal fat accumulation syndrome, irregular menstruation, enuresis, impotence and other diseases.
Traditional Chinese medicine experts pointed out that the principle of abdominal massage is that it should be massaged in a clockwise direction when it is positive, for the purpose of diarrhea, and it should be massaged counterclockwise when it is deficient, for the purpose of replenishing. The best way to massage the abdomen in general health care is to make up and relieve.
Abdominal massageMethods
Traditional Chinese medicine experts recommend that the abdominal massage method used in general health is the best way to balance, tonic and peaceful. The method of diarrhea. The method of flattening and supplementing is to rub the abdomen 100 times around the umbilicus; the method of flattening and reducing is “one straight and one reverse”. The massage direction should be the same as the direction of the muscle, along the direction of muscle growth, gently and rhythmically and patiently. conduct. The massage time should not be too long, generally controlled at about 5 minutes, the massage effect is best when the pores are open, so it is best to massage after bathing. When rubbing the abdomen, the whole palm can be used to exert force, or only the thenar can be used to touch the abdomen. If the hands are overlapped and pressed, the massage force will be stronger and the effect will be better. Before rubbing the abdomen, pay attention to emptying the urine. Patients with tumors or acute abdomen are not allowed to rub the abdomen.
In addition, there are also two-finger stacking method and wave-type pushing method for abdominal massage, usually Guanyuan, Tianshu and Zhongwan are selected. The patient lies on his back, unfastens the clothes buttons and belts, first pushes from the upper abdomen to the lower abdomen 3-4 times, and then applies the stacking method to the three points of Zhongwan, Zuotianshu and Guanyuan, pressing 2-4 times per point. For 3 minutes, apply the pushing method 2-3 times after each acupoint is pressed. The severity is based on the comfort of the patient, about 20 minutes each time, once a day. Massage should not be done after meals or when you are particularly hungry. For those with other chronic diseases, the massage should be interrupted for a few days after 1 month, and long-term adherence will have the effect of losing weight.
Specific steps for abdominal massage
(1) Do abdominal levator ani exercise for 2 minutes;
(2) Abdominal push method:
Generally choose to empty the urine before going to bed at night and before getting up in the morning (do not do it when you are too hungry or full of food), wash Hands, take the supine position, expose the abdomen, relax the abdominal muscles, flex the knees, concentrate, stack the hands on the abdomen, apply evenly, and at a moderate speed, drive the subcutaneous tissue to move together, around the outside of the navel, the middle and lower abdomen, the Shuangtianshu, Circular massage on Qihai, Guanyuan and other acupoints, with the navel as the center, around Zhongwan, Zuodaheng, Guanyuan, and Rightdaheng in a clockwise direction for 10-15 minutes, and then around Zhongwan and Right Daheng. Heng, Guan Yuan, and Zuo Daheng do circular abdominal massage counterclockwise for 10-15 minutes to make the patient’s abdomen become slightly red and hot, and perform abdominal breathing while massage;
(3) Point abdominal method :
Place the pulp of the thumb on the acupuncture point, gently massage to feel the local soreness, massage each acupoint for 3-5min, the acupoints are Zhongwan, Tianshu, Daheng, Guanyuan, Qihai Point;
(4) Do the abdominal levator ani exercise for 2 minutes. Perform the above massage for 30 minutes before going to bed every night.
Select reasonable acupoints, “Zhongwan” is the Fuzhimu acupoint, which has the function of regulating gastric peristalsis in both directions, so that patients can feel hungry and satiety and can control their food intake;
“Tianshu” has the function of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and also has the function of regulating intestinal peristalsis. – Liver” pathological condition. Zhongwan cooperates with Tianshu to invigorate the spleen, regulate qi and resolve phlegm, and regulate the airway of the triple burners.
“Daheng” Daheng is the meeting point of the foot Taiyin and Yinwei vessels, which has the functions of removing dampness and dispersing knots, regulating Qi and strengthening the spleen, and regulating the stomach;
“Guanyuan” is The acupoints of the small intestine mainly benefit Qi and consolidate the root, help Qi to move water, cooperate with the “sea of Qi” to nourish the liver and kidney, and bring Qi back to the original.
The above-mentioned acupoints centered on the navel work together to strengthen the spleen and remove dampness. Using acupuncture points and touching the abdomen to strengthen the blood circulation to remove blood stasis, dredging the meridians, increasing the blood flow of the abdominal muscles and smooth muscles, dredging the meridians, at the same time, it also activates the secretory function of the gastrointestinal organs and other organs, thereby enhancing the digestion of food. Absorption and excretion, relieve the clinical symptoms of epigastric fullness, anorexia, and irregular stools in diabetic patients; and directly act on the subcutaneous fat in the abdomen, reduce abdominal fat, and then assist in the treatment of fatty liver.
This massage method is simple and easy to learn, has high safety, is not restricted by external conditions, and is suitable for a large group of patients.
Acupoint Location
Zhongwan: 4 cun above the navel (the midpoint of the line between the navel and the xiphoid process).
Large horizontal: 4 cun beside the navel (on both sides of the navel, with the nipple straight down).
Qihai: 1.5 inches below the navel (the midpoint of the line connecting the navel and Guanyuan).
Tianshu: Open 2 cun beside the navel (the midpoint of the navel and the horizontal line).
Guan Yuan: the lower abdomen 3 cun below the navel with the navel as the starting point, the edge of the little thumb is the point).
Precautions for abdominal massage
1. It is usually performed at night before going to sleep and before getting up, emptying the urine, washing hands, taking a supine position, Bend both knees, relax the whole body, apply moderate force when kneading, focus on energy, breathe naturally, persevere, and you will definitely receive obvious fitness effects.
2. It is worth noting that when there is purulent infection of the abdominal skin or acute inflammation of the abdomen (such as enteritis, dysentery, appendicitis, etc.), it is not suitable to massage to avoid the spread of inflammation; Rub it to prevent the cancer from spreading or bleeding.
3. Female friends should be reminded that abdominal massage should be done before meals or before going to bed. The technique is mainly soft and soothing. The posture can be sitting or supine. You should concentrate and eliminate distracting thoughts. Also, abdominal massage is not suitable during periods of gastrointestinal bleeding or inflammation.
4. When rubbing the abdomen, there is a feeling of hunger in the abdomen, or bowel sounds, exhaust, etc., which are normal reactions and do not need to be worried.
