Hand acupoint massage method

Maybe many of us don’t know much about hand acupoint massage. We are busy with work every day. Some acupoint massage can effectively help us relieve our tired body. The effect is very good. We can all perform some acupoint massage. I believe many of you also want to further understand the methods of hand acupoint massage. Let us learn about the methods of hand acupoint massage.

1. Pushing method The pushing method commonly used in hand massage refers to the pushing method. When operating, use the tip or pulp of the thumb to apply force to a certain part of the hand and push in a straight line in one direction. This is the direct push method. Keep it close to the body surface, apply steady force, and use a slow and even speed. Use an appropriate amount of massage medium and keep the speed at about 200 times per minute. It can be used on various linear acupuncture points on the hands. If you use the thumbs of both hands to push from the midpoint of a linear acupoint to both sides, it is called the separate pushing method. If you use the thumb tips or spiral surfaces of both hands to push the two ends of a linear acupoint toward the middle and close them, it is called the pushing method, also known as the "legal method" or the "harmony method".

2. The method of pinching and lifting is called "Na". The Na method is to use the thumb and index and middle fingers or the thumb and the other four fingers to apply relative force to perform rhythmic lifting and pinching on certain parts and acupoints. When operating, apply force from light to heavy, and do not apply force suddenly. The movements should be gentle and continuous. This method is applicable to various acupoints on the hands.

3. Pressing technique Pressing technique is one of the earliest techniques used in massage therapy and is also one of the commonly used techniques in hand massage. In hand massage, pressing method refers to using the tip of the thumb or the spiral surface to apply force to the acupuncture points or pathological reflex areas of the hand, gradually pressing down with force from light to heavy, so that the stimulation can fully reach the deep layer of the muscle tissue. The patient will feel soreness, numbness, heaviness, swelling, and movement. The feeling lasts for a few seconds, and then gradually relaxes. Repeat this operation. Do not use excessive force during operation, do not slide, and keep the force continuous. If you need to strengthen the stimulation, you can overlap the thumbs of both hands to perform the treatment. Pressing is often used in combination with kneading, which is called pressing and kneading. For elderly, weak or younger patients, the amount of force applied should be appropriate. The pressing method is applicable to various acupoints on the hands.

If we understand the hand acupoint massage method in advance, we can massage it ourselves, which can effectively help us relieve excessive fatigue. Acupoint massage can also effectively help us refresh our minds, and it is also very helpful for us to relieve headaches and dizziness. You can try to use it in the future.