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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a traditional Chinese medicine system that has been famous for its unique theories and methods for thousands of years. Among them, acupressure and massage** are an important part of TCM health care, which are widely used to promote health, prevent diseases and adjust body balance. This blog post will explore the basic principles and applications of acupressure and massage** to help you better understand these TCM health care methods.
1.Principles of acupressure:
Acupressure is to stimulate the specific acupuncture points of the human body and adjust the functions of the meridians and viscera connected by the acupuncture points, so as to achieve the purpose of disease and health promotion. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the meridian system of the human body is a system of energy circulation, and by applying appropriate massage stimulation on the acupuncture points, the smooth flow of the meridians and the flow of qi and blood can be adjusted, thereby restoring the body's state of balance.
2.The principle of Tuina**:
Tuina** is a method of adjusting the physiological and pathological state of the human body through manual pressure and massage. It stimulates the acupuncture points, meridians and tissues of the human body, improves the circulation of qi and blood, adjusts the function of the viscera, and achieves the effect of disease and health promotion through pressing, kneading, massage, pulling and other techniques.
3.Application of Acupressure and Tuina**:
Relieves physical fatigue: By massaging the head, neck, shoulders and other acupuncture points and massaging the whole body, it can promote blood circulation, relieve muscle tension and fatigue, and improve the body's metabolism and recovery ability.
Relieves stress and anxiety: Massaging acupuncture points such as palms and soles of the feet, as well as massaging the back, abdomen and other parts, can stimulate the nervous system, promote the balance of endocrine in the body, relieve stress and anxiety, and improve mental health.
Improve digestive function: By massaging the abdomen and massaging the abdomen, back and other acupuncture points, it can stimulate the digestive system, promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, increase the secretion of digestive juices, and improve digestive function.
Pain and discomfort relief: For pain and discomfort in specific areas, nerve endings can be stimulated and pain and discomfort can be relieved by massaging the corresponding acupuncture points and massaging the corresponding area.
Promote sleep quality: By massaging the head, soles of the feet and massaging the whole body, you can relax the nervous system, adjust the secretion of sleep hormones, and improve sleep quality.
4.Precautions:
Seek professional guidance: Acupressure and Tuina** are easy to learn, but it is still recommended to do them under the guidance of a professional, especially for specific diseases or serious health problems.
Individual differences: The sensitivity of the human body and the response of acupuncture points vary from person to person, so the appropriate massage intensity and time should be determined according to individual feelings and physical conditions.
Avoid stimulating contraindicated points: Some points may be contraindicated in specific situations, such as pregnant women who are forbidden to massage certain points. Therefore, when performing acupressure and massage**, make sure to avoid irritating contraindicated acupoints.
Pay attention to hygiene and safety: When performing acupressure and massage**, make sure your hands are clean and use appropriate massage oils or lotions. Also, avoid applying excessive force to avoid injury or discomfort.
Acupressure and Tuina** in TCM health care is a natural, safe and effective method of health promotion. However, they should not be used as a substitute for the diagnosis and ** of conventional medicine, but rather as an adjunct**. When using these methods, understand their rationale and scope of application, and do it under the guidance of a professional, so that you can better enjoy the benefits it brings. By exploring and practicing these TCM health care methods, we can better focus on and improve our overall health, pursuing balance and harmony between body and mind.