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In daily life and medical practice, patting the back is widely used in the care of patients with respiratory diseases and digestive diseases as a simple, economical and easy-to-operate auxiliary means. However, patting the back is not without contraindications, and improper patting may cause discomfort and even aggravate the condition. This article will introduce in detail the six taboos of patting the back, as well as the correct way to pat the back, to help you better apply this care method.
1. The taboo of patting the back.
1.Taboo 1: Pat on the back immediately after a full meal.
Patting the back immediately after a meal may cause stomach reflux, causing discomfort such as vomiting and chest tightness. Therefore, a pat on the back should be done 1-2 hours after meals.
2.Taboo 2: Pat your back immediately after strenuous exercise.
After strenuous exercise, the heart and lungs are in a state of high congestion, and an immediate pat on the back may cause discomfort such as chest tightness and palpitations. It is recommended to rest for at least 30 minutes after exercising before patting the back.
3.Contraindication 3: Patients with open tuberculosis should not pat their backs.
A pat on the back of a person with open tuberculosis may spread the Mycobacterium tuberculosis to others. Such patients should be isolated and under the guidance of a medical professional** and cared for.
4.Taboo 4: **The broken part should not be patted on the back.
*Patting the back on the broken part may lead to aggravation of infection and even cause **injury. The wound should be kept clean and back pats should be avoided.
5.Contraindication 5: Cardiac pacemaker patients should not pat their back.
Patting a pacemaker patient on the back may interfere with the proper functioning of the pacemaker and induce arrhythmias. It is recommended to pat the back under the guidance of a doctor.
6.Taboo 6: Pregnant women should not pat their abdomen on the back.
A woman's back on the abdomen may irritate the fetus and cause fetal restlessness. Pregnant women can take a gentle touch on their abdomen.
Second, the correct way to pat the back.
1.Timing of back pats: Choose 1-2 hours before or after meals, and avoid patting your back immediately after strenuous exercise.
2.Pat back strength: The strength should be moderate, and it is appropriate for the patient to bear it. Too much force may cause discomfort to the patient, and too much gentleness may not achieve the desired results.
3.Pat the back: According to the patient's condition and needs, select the appropriate part to pat the back. For example, respiratory diseases mainly pat the back of the chest, and digestive system diseases mainly pat the back and abdomen.
4.Frequency of back patting: Adjust the frequency of back pats according to the patient's condition and tolerance. Generally, each back pat lasts 5-10 minutes, 2-3 times a day.
5.Back pat position: The patient takes a comfortable, relaxed position, such as a semi-recumbent or sitting position. The person patting the back stands or sits next to the patient and gently pats the patient's back with the palm of his hand or hollow palm.
6.Observe the reaction: During the back pat, pay attention to the patient's expression and reaction, and stop patting the back immediately if there is discomfort.
3. Disease characteristics and best plan.
1.Pneumonia.
Pneumonia refers to inflammation of the lung parenchyma, and common symptoms include cough, sputum production, chest pain, and fever. **Programs include anti-infection**, cough and phlegm, support**, etc.
2.Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
COPD is a chronic airway disease with the main symptoms of cough, sputum production, and shortness of breath. Regimens include medications (e.g., inhaled corticosteroids, 2-receptor agonists, etc.), oxygen therapy, exercise, etc.
3.Peptic ulcer.
Peptic ulcer refers to a chronic ulcer on the mucosa of the stomach or duodenum. The main symptoms are epigastric pain, hunger, acid reflux, etc. Regimens include medications (e.g., proton pump inhibitors, gastric mucosal protectors, etc.), dietary conditioning, and avoidance of irritating foods.
Fourth, the views of traditional Chinese medicine and the introduction of ancient prescriptions.
1.TCM perspectives.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that patting the back helps regulate qi and blood and promotes the smooth flow of meridians. For lung diseases, such as pneumonia, COPD, etc., patting the back can help promote the lungs and dissolve phlegm; For digestive system diseases, such as peptic ulcer, gastritis, etc., patting the back can help regulate the spleen and stomach.
2.Ancient recipe introduction.
1) Pneumonia: Yinqiaosan.
Composition: Forsythia, honeysuckle, peppermint, bellflower, licorice, bamboo leaves, nepeta, light tempeh, burdock root.
Efficacy: Clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting lung and phlegm. It is suitable for pneumonia caused by wind and heat in the lungs.
2) COPD: Suzi Qi Soup.
Composition: Suzi, licorice, banxia, tangerine peel, poria cocos, forebear, almond, ginger, jujube.
Efficacy: Reduces gas and phlegm, relieves cough and asthma. It is suitable for COPD caused by phlegm dampness obstruction of the lungs.
3) Peptic ulcer: spleen strengthening pills.
Composition: ginseng, atractylodes, poria cocos, licorice, yam, lentils, tangerine peel, woody fragrance, sand kernels
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