How can massage relieve sore throat?

Sore throat is a very common symptom in life. Diseases such as getting angry and colds can cause our throat to swell and ache. During the process of drug treatment and diet adjustment, many friends will also try acupoint massage to relieve pain. So, which acupoints on our body can relieve sore throat? Today we will introduce seven acupoints, you can try them.

Tiantu Point 1 Method of finding the point: This point is located on the neck, in the middle of the larynx, between the left and right sternocleidomastoid muscles, in the depression of the suprasternal fossa. Operation method: Press and rub with the middle finger in a downward direction with gentle force to avoid irritating the esophagus. 100 times is appropriate. Efficacy: This point can clear the airway and is suitable for treating sore throat caused by bronchitis, pharyngitis, asthma, etc.

Tiantu Point 2 Method of finding the acupoint: This point is located 2 cm on both sides of the Adam's apple. Operation method: Press and rub the Renying points on both sides with the thumb and index finger for 100 times at the same time. The technique is gentle and the effect is visible. Efficacy: Renying acupoint enters the Stomach Meridian of Foot Yangming, and is mainly used to treat sore throat and asthma.

Renying Point 3 Method of finding the acupoint: Slightly hold your palm sideways, lift your thumb, draw a line between the radial edge and the base of the thumb nail, and find the acupoint at the intersection. Operation method: The point kneading method is more commonly used. You can gently knead it with the tip of your thumb. There is also the pinching method. Pinch the acupoint with your index finger and thumb. Do not use too much force during the operation to avoid injury. Efficacy: Massaging this acupoint can clear the lungs and relieve throat pain, relieve cough and asthma.

Shaoshang Point 4 Acupoint location: This point is located on the dorsum of the foot, in the depression behind the junction of the 1st and 2nd metatarsal bones. Operation method: Use the tip of your thumb to massage the area, controlling the strength to the point where you feel slight pain. The best time for each massage is 4 to 5 minutes. Efficacy: Massaging this point is the original point of the liver meridian, and can be used to treat sore throat and throat numbness caused by internal heat in the liver.

Lianquan Point 5: Location: at the intersection of the midline of the neck and the horizontal wrinkle just above the Adam’s apple. Press this point with your fingers and you can feel the root of the tongue. Operation method: Use the thumb to massage gently, and it is best to feel a sore and swollen feeling. Effect: The qi and blood of the Ren channel cool down and fall down, which is suitable for sore throat, cough, asthma and other symptoms.

Lianquan Point 6 Method of finding the acupoint: place the transverse line of the thumb joint of one hand on the web between the thumb and index finger of the other hand, when the acupoint is under the tip of the thumb. Operation technique: hold the right hand with the left hand, and press the left thumb vertically on the acupoint, loosen and tighten, maintain the rhythm, and press until you feel soreness, swelling and numbness. Efficacy: Massaging this acupoint can calm and relieve pain, promote menstruation, clear away heat and relieve exterior symptoms. It is suitable for patients with sore throat.

Hegu Point 7: Location: between the second and third toes, approximately three centimeters below the base of the second toe. Operation method: commonly used point kneading method, use the thumb to knead the acupoints with moderate force, and stop when you feel soreness and swelling in the pressed part. Do it once in the morning and evening, and you will see the effect. Efficacy: Massaging this acupoint can clear away heat and resolve stagnation, and is suitable for diseases such as sore throat, stomach problems, etc.