What points are there in massage. Acupressure

The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 2. symmetrical, located on inner surface forearms above the wrist, between the tendons. Massaged like point 2.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the little finger 2 mm from the edge of the nail hole towards the ring finger. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the lower leg above the ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the foot in the deepening of the calcaneal tendon. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. The massage is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure, rotational and vibrating stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Massage is carried out daily 1-2 times a day until complete disappearance edema.

If the allergy is accompanied by itching, then the effect is on the next group of points (Fig. 34).

point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the spine between the spinous processes of the VII cervical and I thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward.

1. The massage is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure and stroking with vibration and rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Massage of points 10-13 eliminates itching on the inner surfaces of the limbs and the front surface of the trunk.

3. Massage of points 14-17 eliminates itching on the outer surfaces of the limbs and the back of the body.

The method of applying acupressure in atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a vascular disease resulting from inactive lifestyle, eating disorders (excessive consumption of meat, fats, alcohol), constant nervous overload, smoking.

With atherosclerosis, memory loss, fatigue, sleep disturbance, headaches, dizziness and some other negative phenomena can be observed. In atherosclerosis, the effect is on the next group of points (Fig. 35).

Figure 35.

point 1. Symmetrical, located at the beginning of the fold formed when the elbow is bent, from the outside. The patient sits with his half-bent arm on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand between the thumb and forefinger. Massaged like point 1.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the surface of the lower leg 3 cun below the patella and 1 cun outward from the anterior edge of the tibia. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located 3 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 3.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the back 3 cun away from the midline between the spinous processes of the IV and V thoracic vertebrae (Fig. 36). The patient lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 36.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the back in the middle of the supraspinous fossa of the scapula. The point is easy to determine if you put your right hand on the right shoulder of the patient, the point will be under the index finger. Massaged like point 5.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the outer side of the lower leg 3 cun above the ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located at the level of the navel, 4 cun away from the anterior midline. The patient lies on his back, as relaxed as possible. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the upper branch of the pubic bone 4 cun away from the anterior midline. Massage like a point 8.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the hand on the middle crease of the wrist in the recess between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the front surface of the forearm 1 cun above point 10, between the tendons. Massaged like point 10.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the shoulder 3 cun above the elbow. Massaged like point 10.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. Massaged like point 5.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located on the middle part of the arch of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located under the inner ankle, on the border of the dorsal and plantar surfaces. Massaged like point 14.

Point 16. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the II and III lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach.

Notes:

1. Massage of 1-15 points is done with a soothing method using pressure and slow stroking with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 2-3 minutes.

2. Impact on the 16th point is carried out using the techniques of tonic massage: deep pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

If atherosclerosis is accompanied by memory impairment, then massage of the following points is shown (Fig. 37).

point 1. Symmetrical, located 2-3 mm from the corner of the nail hole of the little finger of the hand towards the ring finger. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist, in a depression. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Figure 37.

Point 3. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the VI and VII thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his back.

Point 4. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline 5 * 6 cun above the border of the scalp. The patient is sitting.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the arch of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located at the beginning of the fold formed when the arm is bent at the elbow. The patient sits with his half-bent arm on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 7. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the VII cervical and I thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward.

Point 8. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline 5 cun above the anterior border of the scalp. The patient sits with his head tilted forward.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage (except for point 2) is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure and both types of stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. The 2 point massage uses a soothing method of gentle pressure combined with a rotational stroke. The duration of exposure to the point is 4-5 minutes.

3. A full course of acupressure for atherosclerosis consists of 14 sessions daily. A second course, if necessary, can be carried out no earlier than a week later.

4. A good result is the alternation of the massage of this group with the massage of the points of the previous group.

5. Massage of the first and second groups of points can be carried out not only for the treatment, but also for the prevention of atherosclerosis.

If atherosclerosis is accompanied by dizziness, after consultation with a specialist doctor, you can massage the next group of points (Fig. 38).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the shoulder 3 cun above the elbow, at the inner edge of the biceps muscle. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Symmetrical, located half a cun away from the anterior midline and 1 cun below the navel. The patient is sitting or lying down. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back of the shoulder, 1 cun above the elbow. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand at the base

I phalanx of the index finger. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand behind the head

II metacarpal. Massaged like point 4.

Point 6. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline 4 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back, as relaxed as possible.

Notes:

1. Massage (except point 2) is performed by a soothing method using pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

2. When massaging point 2, a tonic method is applied using deep pressure with vibration. The duration of exposure to a point is a few seconds.

3. If necessary, this massage can be alternated with massage points of the first and second groups. In this case, the full course of treatment will be 24 sessions. A repeated course of massage can be carried out no earlier than a week later.

Figure 38.

The method of applying acupressure in bronchial asthma

One of the most severe manifestations of bronchial asthma is severe asthma attacks, so the main task of acupressure in this disease is to activate the respiratory function of the body.

Acupressure for bronchial asthma should be carried out under the systematic supervision of a doctor. It is carried out by influencing such groups of points as (Fig. 39).

Point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the VII cervical and I thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward.

Figure 39.

point 2. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of II and III thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located under point 2. Massaged in the same way as point 2.

Point 4. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline at the jugular notch of the sternum. The patient is sitting.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located in the first intercostal space under the clavicle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the back in the center of the supraspinous fossa of the scapula. It is easy to determine the point if you put your right hand on the right shoulder of the patient: the point will be under the index finger (Fig. 40). The patient sits, slightly leaning forward, or lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located in front on the inner surface of the shoulder between the beginning of the axillary fold and the elbow bend. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located in the skin fold, which is formed when the elbow joint is flexed. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 9. Asymmetric, located in the center of the sternum under point 4. The patient sits or lies on his back.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the 1st and 2nd thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward. The point is massaged simultaneously to the right and left.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located 2 cun away from the anterior midline under the clavicle. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward and putting his hands on the table. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage is carried out in a soothing way using light pressure and both types of stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-5 minutes.

2. The impact on point 12 is during the massage of a child suffering from bronchial asthma, in addition to the previous ones. Massage of this point is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to the point is 0.5-1 min.

Figure 40.

If the patient is over 40 years old, then during his treatment, the massage of the first group of points should be alternated with the impact on the following points (Fig. 41).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the lower leg 3 cun above the ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand between the thumb and forefinger. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the rear; midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes II and III belt-

Figure 41.

vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward, or lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Note:

massage is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

Massage of the next group of points is used in the period between attacks of suffocation in order to prevent them (Fig. 42).

Figure 42.

point 1. Coincides with point 8 of the first group.

Dot 2. Symmetrical, located on the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist, on the side of the thumb. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the front surface of the wrist 1.5 cm below the crease, on the side of the thumb. Massaged like point 2.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the border of hair growth. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Coincides with point 3 of the first group.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located in the depression between the calcaneal tendon and the outer malleolus. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot at the narrowest point of the gap between the I and II metatarsal bones. Massaged like point 6.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located at the inner end of the popliteal crease. Massaged like point 6.

Point 9. Coincides with point 11 of the first group.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the XI and XII thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Coincides with point 12 of the first group.

Point 12. Coincides with point 2 of the second group.

Notes:

1. The massage is performed with a soothing method using pressure with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-5 minutes.

2. At the beginning of the course, massage is carried out every other day, then after 2-3 days, and at the final stage - once a week.

The technique of acupressure for sinusitis

Sinusitis occurs, as a rule, as a result of an acute infection or chronic rhinitis. Its main signs are fever and severe headache, which radiates simultaneously to the cheek, temple and jaw.

With sinusitis, there is an impact on points such as (Fig. 43).

Point 1. Symmetrical, located 12 mm below the lower eyelid. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from
midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes III and IV
thoracic vertebrae. The patient is sitting or lying down. The point is massaged at the same time
at both sides.

Figure 43.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the occipital region of the head. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Asymmetrical, located 1 cun above the border of the scalp. The patient is sitting.

Point 5. Symmetric, located half a cun above the inner beginning of the eyebrow. The patient is sitting or lying down. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the outer surface of the forearm above the middle crease of the wrist. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Notes:

1. The massage is carried out by a soothing method using rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

2. A full course of massage is carried out for 10-12 days, gradually increasing the number of daily procedures from one to three.

The method of applying acupressure for hemorrhoids

With hemorrhoids, the enlarged venous plexuses of the rectum form nodes: external (under the skin) and internal (under the mucous membrane of the rectum), which, increasing, cause pain and bleeding.

Hemorrhoids, as a rule, occur in people who lead a sedentary lifestyle, in women during pregnancy and as a result of chronic constipation.

With hemorrhoids, the following group of points is affected (Fig. 44).

Point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline 5.5 cun above the border of the scalp. The patient is sitting.

point 2. Asymmetrical, located in the middle between the coccyx and the anus. The patient is squatting.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located in the recess, which is formed in the middle of the sole when the fingers are bent. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the arch of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist in the region of the styloid process of the radius. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 6. Asymmetrical, located on the head, on the posterior midline, above point 1. The patient is sitting.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 4.

Figure 44.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the foot in the recess between the calcaneal tendon and the outer ankle on a line passing through its center. Massaged, point 4.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located 3 mm outward from the corner of the nail socket of the little toe of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the IV and V lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located in the recess in the middle of the back surface of the wrist. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the outer surface of the lower leg 4 cun above the center of the outer ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the second toe at -3 mm from the angle of the nail hole towards the third toe. Massaged like point 12.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located in a recess on the front side of the ankle joint. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen 2 cun away from the navel. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 16. Symmetrical, located on the neck at the level of the lower edge of the thyroid cartilage. It is massaged like point 14, but very carefully, without strong pressure.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located in a recess on the highest part of the dorsum of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 18. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen 4 cun away from the anterior midline at the level of the navel. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 19. Symmetrical, located 4 cun away from the anterior midline at the level of the superior branch of the pubic bone. Massaged like point 18.

Point 20. Symmetrical, located in a recess on the back of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 21. Symmetrical, located on the border of the dorsal and plantar sides of the foot behind the head of the first metatarsal bone. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 22. Asymmetrical, located on the lumbar region of the back between the spinous processes of II and III lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach.

Point 23. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen in the anterior midline, 2 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Point 24. Symmetrical, located 3 mm from the inner corner of the nail hole of the big toe. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage is carried out by a soothing method (except for points 14, 17, 22, 24) using light pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-5 minutes.

2. Massage of points 14, 17, 22, 24 is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

4. The course of massage consists of 12 sessions held daily. If necessary, a second course is carried out no earlier than a week later.

If the patient has cracks in the mucous membrane of the anus, then the impact on the following points can alleviate his condition (Fig. 45).

#Point 1#. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen in the anterior midline 4 cun above the navel. The patient sits or lies on his back.

#Point 2#. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen, 1 cun below point 1. Massaged like point 1.

#Point 3#. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen in the anterior midline one and a half cun below the navel. Massaged like point 1.

# Note#. The massage is performed in a soothing way using light pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-5 minutes.

Figure 45.

The method of applying acupressure for diabetes

Diabetes mellitus occurs as a result of malnutrition, excessive alcohol consumption, and frequent nervous overload. Middle-aged people are especially susceptible to this disease.

Signs of diabetes are dry mouth, intense thirst, frequent and copious urination, decreased performance.

An indispensable condition for the appointment of acupressure in diabetes - the patient should not take insulin. During massage, the following points are affected (Fig. 46).

Point 1. Symmetric, located half a cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the X and XI thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 46.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the back, one and a half cun away from the posterior midline. Massaged like point 1.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located near the inner corner of the eye 2-3 mm towards the nose. The patient sits with his elbows on the table and his eyes closed. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located in a recess near the outer corner of the eye 5 mm towards the ear. Massaged like point 3.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the outside of the arm, at the beginning of the fold formed when the elbow is bent. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun below the patella and 1 cun back from the anterior edge of the tibia. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located in a depression on the lower leg 2 cun below the patella and one and a half cun outwards. The patient sits with his knees bent at an angle of 90 degrees. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located in the heel area, in the depression between the calcaneal tendon and the outer ankle at the level of its center. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located at the border of the intersection of the plantar and dorsal sides of the foot with the calcaneal tendon. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the border of the plantar and dorsal surfaces of the foot. Massaged like point 9.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 2 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 9.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the big toe 3 mm towards the second finger from the angle of the nail hole. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the dorsum of the foot between the heads of the I and II metatarsal bones. Massaged like point 12.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located on the anterior surface of the lower leg 6 cun below the patella and one and a half cun outward from the anterior edge of the tibia. Massaged like point 12.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located in a recess above the collarbone. Massaged like point 12.

Point 16. Symmetrical, located in the depression between the calcaneal tendon and the medial malleolus. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located on the border of the dorsal and plantar surfaces of the foot behind the head of the first metatarsal bone. Massaged like point 16.

Point 18. Symmetrical, located to the right of point 17 from the side of the heel. Massaged like point 16.

Point 19

Point 20. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the forearm 1 cun above the lower crease of the wrist, on the side of the first finger. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 21

point 2 2. Symmetrical, located on the foot at the point of attachment of the calcaneal tendon to the calcaneus. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 23. Symmetrical, located in a recess on the highest part of the back of the foot. Massaged like point 22.

Notes:

1. Massage is performed with a tonic method (except for points 9 and 20) using deep pressure. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. The massage of points 9 and 20 is performed in a soothing way using light pressure and rotational stroking, gradually slowing down its pace. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

3. The massage course consists of 12 sessions every day. If necessary, a second course is carried out after consultation with the attending physician not earlier than in a week.

The method of applying acupressure in vegetative-vascular dystonia

Vegetative-vascular dystonia, as a rule, occurs as a result of nervous stress. Under the influence of atmospheric changes, physical and emotional stress, the patient experiences a strong heartbeat, increased sweating, his hands and feet become cold.

Point 1. Symmetrical, located almost in the center of the plantar surface of the foot in the depression formed when the fingers are bent. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the big toe 3 mm from the angle of the nail hole towards the adjacent toe. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot at the narrowest point of the gap between the I and II metatarsal bones. Massaged like point 2.

Figure 47.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 2.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the front surface of the lower leg 3 cun below the kneecap. Massaged like point 2.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the arch of the foot. Massaged like point 1.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the border of the back side and the sole of the foot between the I metatarsal bone and the main phalanx of the big toe. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the heads of the I and II metatarsal bones. Massaged like point 7.

Point 9

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the front of the thigh 3 cun above the patella. Massaged like point 9.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 6 cun above the outer ankle between the bone and muscles. Massaged like point 9.

Notes:

1. Massage of points 1, 2, 6, 7, 9 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure and both types of stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Massage of points 3-5, 8, 10,11 is performed with a soothing method using light pressure. The duration of exposure to each point is ~ 4-5 minutes.

3. The massage course consists of 12 sessions held every other day. If necessary, the massage course can be repeated, but not earlier than in a week.

If the patient's hands are getting cold, then massage of the following points can help him (Fig. 48).

Figure 48.

Point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the back on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the VII cervical and I thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits with his head tilted forward.

Point 2. Symmetrical, located on the thumb 3 mm outward from the corner of the nail hole. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the middle finger 3 mm from the corner of the nail hole towards the index finger. Massaged like point 2.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the little finger of the hand 3 mm from the corner of the nail hole towards the ring finger. Massaged like point 2.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the palm at the base of the I metacarpal bone. Massaged like point 2.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the palm between the III and IV metacarpal bones. Massaged like point 2.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the palm in the widest part of the gap between the IV and V metacarpal bones. Massaged like point 2.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the outer surface of the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist in the fossa at the styloid process of the radius. Massaged like point 2.

Notes:

1. Massage of points 1, 5-7 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure and both types of stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Points 2-4 are massaged in a soothing way using light pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 2-5 minutes.

3. The massage course consists of 12 sessions every day. If necessary, you can conduct a second course, but not earlier than in a week.

If the patient experiences a burning sensation in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe soles, then the following points should be massaged (Fig. 49).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the sole of the foot in a depression formed when the fingers are bent. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 2. Symmetrical, located at the inner end of the popliteal crease between the tendons. The patient sits with his knees bent. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located under point 2. Massaged like point 2.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the heads of the II and III metatarsal bones. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the heads of the IV and V metatarsal bones. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot next to the little toe. Massaged like point 5.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the lower leg 2 cun below the kneecap. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 49.

Notes:

1. The massage is performed in a soothing way using light pressure and slow rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-5 minutes.

2. The course of massage is 12 sessions held daily. If necessary, a second course is carried out, but not earlier than in a week.

The method of applying acupressure for stuttering

Stuttering is a speech disorder resulting from mental trauma. The use of acupressure in this type of disease does not lead to a complete cure, but the impact on the following points can greatly alleviate the patient's condition (Fig. 50).

Figure 50.

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the arm on the wrist between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm 2 cun above the middle crease of the wrist. Massaged like point 1.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the outer side of the shoulder 1 cun above the elbow crease of the unbent arm. The patient sits with his hand down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun below the patella and 1 cun back from the anterior edge of the tibia. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously to the right and left.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the face in a recess above the zygomatic arch at the base of the ear. The patient sits with his elbows on the table. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist, in a depression. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 9. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline on the lower border of the scalp. The patient sits with his head tilted slightly.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the hand on the border of the inner and outer sides of the palm near the little finger. The patient sits with a slightly bent hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Notes:

1. Massage (except point 10) is performed with a soothing method using light pressure. The duration of exposure to each point is 3 minutes or more.

2. Point 10 is massaged with a tonic method using deep pressure. The duration of exposure to the point is 0.5-1 min.

3. The massage course consists of 12 sessions every day. If necessary, you can conduct another 2-3 courses with an interval of one week.

The method of applying acupressure for impotence

Impotence occurs as a result of excessive use of alcohol, sleeping pills and some other medications. It can also be caused by diabetes, obesity, spinal injury or mental trauma.

Figure 51.

Acupressure is carried out after a mandatory consultation with the attending physician. The impact is on the following points (Fig. 51).

point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the back in the lumbar region between the spinous processes of II and III lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline near point 1. The patient lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the 1st and 2nd lumbar vertebrae. Massaged like point 2.

Points 4-7. Symmetrical, located on the back in the region of the intervertebral foramina of the I-IV sacral vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach. Each point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen at the level of the navel. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 9. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen 3 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Point 10. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline in the pubic region. The patient lies on his back.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the inner thigh. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the back of the leg at knee level. The patient lies on his back or sits with his leg bent. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 12.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located on the foot in the area of ​​the calcaneal tendon. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the lower leg 2 cun below the kneecap. Massaged like point 14.

Point 16. Symmetrical, located on the pubic region half a cunning away from the anterior midline. The patient lies on his back, as relaxed as possible. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen 4 cun below the navel and half a cun away from the anterior midline. Massaged like point 16.

Point 18. Symmetrical, located on the shoulder 7 cun above the elbow. The patient sits with his arm bent at the elbow on the table. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 19. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the arch of the foot (massaged with insufficient erection). The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 20. Symmetrical, located on the big toe next to the nail hole. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 21. Asymmetrical, located on the back on the posterior midline between the spinous processes of I and II thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach or sits, slightly leaning forward.

Point 22. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen one and a half cun below the navel. Massaged like point 8.

Point 23. Asymmetrical, located on the back in the lumbar region between the spinous processes of the IV and V lumbar vertebrae. Massaged like point 1.

Notes:

1. Massage of points 1-7, 13-15, 18-21 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. The massage of points 8-12, 16, 17 is performed with a soothing method using light rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

3. It is not necessary to massage all of the above points at each session, you can limit yourself to half, choosing the points so that the tonic effect is combined with a calming one.

4. The massage course consists of 14 sessions every day (2-3 procedures daily). If necessary, a second course is carried out in a week.

If impotence in a patient is accompanied by dizziness and an unbalanced state, then the following points can be massaged (Fig. 52).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 2 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 52.

point 2. Symmetrical, coincides with point 2 of the first group. The patient lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the big toe 3 mm from the nail hole towards the second finger. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, coincides with point 16 of the first group.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located in the depression between the calcaneal tendon and the inner ankle at the level of its center. Massaged like point 3.

Point 6. It is located on the lower leg at the inner end of the popliteal crease.

Note: massage carried out by the tonic method using deep pressure and rotational stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

With premature ejaculation, the following points are massaged (Fig. 53).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the heads of the I and II metatarsal bones. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Coincides with point 19 from the first group.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot in front and below the inner ankle, in a recess. Massaged like point 2.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen 2 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back, as relaxed as possible. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 8 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 53.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the border of the dorsal and plantar sides of the foot under the I metatarsal bone. Massaged like point 5.

Point 7. Coincides with point 9 of the first group.

Point 8. Coincides with point 22 of the first group.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm 2 cun above the middle crease of the wrist. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the border of the dorsal and plantar sides of the foot behind the head of the first metatarsal bone. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Coincides with point 13 of the first group.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 6 cun below the kneecap. Massaged like point 11.

Point 13. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen in the anterior midline, 4 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Point 14. Coincides with point 2 of the first group.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the back in the region of the sacrum half a cun away from the posterior midline. The patient lies on his back, a pillow is placed under his stomach.

Notes:

1. Points 1-9 are massaged with a tonic method using deep pressure with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. The massage of points 10-15 is performed with a soothing method using light stroking. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

The method of applying acupressure in case of insufficient lactation

Lack of milk is observed, as a rule, in women after the first birth. Massage of the following points can help with this (Fig. 54).

Point 1. Symmetrical, located on the outer side of the forearm half a cun above the middle crease of the wrist, in a depression at the styloid process of the radius. The patient sits with her hand on the table. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Figure 54.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the index finger 3 mm from the corner of the nail hole towards the thumb. Massaged like point 1.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand at the base of the index finger. Massaged like point 1.

Point 4. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline in the chest area. The patient is sitting.

Point 5

Point 6. Symmetrical, located 4 cun away from the anterior midline at the level of the fifth rib. Massaged like point 5.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the little finger of the hand 3 mm from the corner of the nail hole. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the VII and VIII thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on her stomach, a pillow is placed under her stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the back under point 8 at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the IX and X thoracic vertebrae. Massaged like point 8.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand between the I and II metacarpal bones. The patient sits with her hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

point 1 1. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the forearm 2 cun above the middle crease of the wrist, between the tendons. The patient sits with her hand on the table, palm up. It is massaged alternately on the right and left.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located 4 cun away from the anterior midline. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage is performed with a tonic method, using deep pressure with vibration. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Massage sessions are held every day for 2 procedures daily.

The method of applying acupressure for migraine

Migraine - prolonged attacks of pain that occur in a specific area of ​​​​the head - is especially common in women.

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the outer surface of the forearm 2 cun above the upper crease of the wrist, in a depression. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Figure 55.

point 2. Symmetrical, located in the temple area on the border of the scalp. The patient sits with his elbows on the table and his head resting on them. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located in the recess at the outer corner of the eye. Massaged like point 2.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located in a recess at the base of the ear above the zygomatic arch. Massaged like point 2.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located in the recess at the outer end of the eyebrow. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the face at the inner corner of the eye 2-3 mm towards the nose. The patient sits with his elbows on the table and his head resting on them. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the back of the hand between the I and II metacarpal bones. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately left and right.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located at the end of the fold, which is formed when the arm is bent at the elbow joint. The patient sits with a slightly bent arm on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left,

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the foot 3 mm from the nail hole of the thumb towards the second finger. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the II and III fingers. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the second toe 3 mm back from the nail hole. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the back of the foot between the heads of the IV and V metatarsal bones. Massaged like point 12.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located on the face at the bridge of the nose above point 6. Massaged like point 12.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the foot 3 mm back from the corner of the nail hole of the little finger. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 16. Symmetrical, located on the foot under the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located on the temporal part of the head. To find it, you need to bend your ear forward: the point will be at the very top of the ear. Massaged like point 16.

Point 18. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen one and a half cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back, as relaxed as possible.

Point 19. Asymmetrical, located 6 cun above the navel, above point 16. Massaged like point 18.

Notes:

1. Massage (except for points 15, 16, 18) is performed with a soothing method using light stroking and rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

2. Massage of points 15, 16, 18 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure and rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

3. Massage can be done between attacks or during them.

4. During the session, you can not massage all the points, but only those, the impact on which gives the maximum analgesic effect.

The method of applying acupressure in cardiovascular diseases

The use of acupressure can have a beneficial effect on such manifestations of heart disease as sudden attacks of increased heart rate and pain in the heart area. With an increased heartbeat, the following points are affected (Fig. 56).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the IV and V thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Symmetrical, located one vertebra below point 1. Massaged like point 1.

Point 3. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline at the level of the fourth intercostal space. The patient lies on his back.

Figure 56.

#Point 4#. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior midline under point 3. Massaged like point 3.

#Point 5#. Symmetrical, located on the back 3 cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the wrist in a depression between the tendons on the middle carpal crease. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm 5 cun above the middle crease of the wrist between the tendons. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged with the index finger alternately to the right and left.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm, between points 6 and 7. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged with the middle finger alternately on the right and left.

Notes:

1. The massage is performed in a soothing way using a light rotational stroke, the pace of which gradually slows down. The duration of exposure to each point is 2-5 minutes.

2. Points 7-8 are massaged simultaneously.

It is advisable to alternate the massage of points 1-8 with the impact on subsequent points (Fig. 57).

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the lower border of hair growth one and a half cun away from the posterior midline. The patient sits with his head slightly tilted forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Figure 57.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the occipital cavity. Massaged like point 9.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the II and III thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits or lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the 1st and 2nd thoracic vertebrae. The patient sits or lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the back to the left of point 12. The patient sits or lies on his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located 6 cun away from the anterior midline in the third intercostal space. Massaged with the thumb, like point 13.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the inner surface of the arm in the area of ​​the elbow. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 16. Symmetrical, located on the front surface of the lower leg 3 cun down from the lower edge of the patella. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm 3 cun above the middle crease of the wrist, between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 18. Symmetrical, located 2 cun away from the anterior midline. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged with the thumbs simultaneously on both sides.

Point 19. Symmetrical, located on the back away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the IV and V thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Acupressure can lower blood pressure and improve the general condition of the patient. In this case, a sequential massage of several groups of points is performed.

The first group includes the points described below (Fig. 58).

point 1. Asymmetrical, located on the anterior line 5 cun above the upper border of the scalp in the region of the crown. The patient is sitting.

point 2. Asymmetrical, located on the posterior midline 3 cm above the lower border of hair growth. The patient is sitting.

Figure 58.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the back in the middle of the supraspinous fossa of the scapula. The patient lies on his stomach or sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 5 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the outer surface of the hand at the end of the fold, which is formed when the arm is bent at the elbow, from the side of the thumb. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the V and VI thoracic vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach or sits, slightly leaning forward. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the back under point 6 at the level of the prom.
between the spinous processes of the VII and VIII thoracic vertebrae. massaged,
like point 6.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located in the lumbar region of the back on the same vertical line with points 6 and 7. Massaged like point 6.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun above the inner ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously" on both sides.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 5 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 9.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the sole of the foot in a small depression formed when the fingers are bent. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Notes:

1. Massage (except points 4, 11) is performed with a soothing method using light pressure with rotation, the pace of which gradually slows down. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

2. The massage of points 4 and 11 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure with vibration. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

3. A particularly good effect is given by frequent exposure to point 11.

The second group includes the following points (Fig. 59).

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the forearm 1 cun above the middle crease of the wrist. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the shoulder 3 cun above the elbow. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Figure 59.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located in the middle of the arch of the foot. sick si
dit. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.
Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the border of the rear and sole of the foot. Massaged like point 14.
Point 16. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the forearm on
2 cun above the middle crease of the wrist, between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the hand on the wrist, between the tendons . Massaged like point 16.

Point 18. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen 4 cun away from the front
midline at the level of the umbilicus. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Dot 19. Symmetrical is located 4 cun away from the anterior median line at the level of the superior branch of the pubic bone. Massaged like point 18.
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Point 20. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the arm on the middle
crease of the wrist in the depression between the tendons. The patient sits, laying on
table hand palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Notes:

1. Massage should be carried out in combination with drug treatment prescribed by a doctor. As blood pressure decreases, the use of medications can be limited, and acupressure sessions can be continued until the pressure is completely normalized.

3. During the entire massage course, it is necessary to systematically monitor blood pressure.

Figure 60.

point 1. Asymmetrical, located 5 cun above the upper border of the scalp in the parietal region. The patient is sitting.

point 2. Asymmetrical, located 3 cm above the lower border of the scalp. The patient is sitting.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 5 cun above the inner ankle. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the hand 1.5 cm below the lower crease of the wrist from the side of the thumb. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged with the thumb alternately on the right and left.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the outside of the wrist in the recess, which is formed when the hand is extended, between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged with the index finger alternately to the right and left.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the wrist in line with the middle finger, in a recess. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged with the thumb alternately on the right and left. ;

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the wrist, between the tendons. The patient sits with his hand on the table. The point is massaged with the middle finger alternately on the right and left.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located at the end of the fold, which is formed when the arm is bent at the elbow, from the side of the thumb. The patient sits with a slightly bent arm on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the foot at the point of attachment of the calcaneal tendon to the calcaneus. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located under the inner ankle on the border of the rear and sole of the foot. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Symmetrical, located on the middle finger 3 mm from the angle of the nail hole towards the index finger. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the wrist from the side of the little finger, in a recess. Massaged like point 11.

Point 13. Symmetrical, located on the border of the back side and the sole of the foot under the I metatarsal bone. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 14. Symmetrical, located on the outer side of the forearm one and a half cun above the middle crease of the wrist at the styloid process of the radius. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm down. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 15. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 3 cun below the patella and 1 cun outward from the anterior edge of the tibia. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 16, Symmetrical, located half a cunning away from the anterior midline at the level of the upper edge of the pubic bone. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 17. Symmetrical, located in the chest in the subclavian fossa. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage (except for point 3) is carried out with a tonic method using deep pressure with vibration. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Point 3 is massaged in a soothing way using light strokes. The duration of exposure to the point is 2-5 minutes.

3. Point 4 with point 5 and point 6 with point 7 are massaged at the same time.

4. When performing a massage, you can limit yourself to influencing only those points that give maximum effect in this patient.

5. Usually acupressure sessions are held every 2 months.

The method of applying acupressure for varicose veins

The cause of this disease is insufficient outflow of blood through the veins. Occurs. It is usually the result of long stay on the legs or during pregnancy in women. Patients may experience itching, a feeling of heaviness and numbness in the legs, fatigue.

Acupressure in the treatment of varicose veins is best used at the initial stage of the disease - then its effect will be most effective. With varicose veins, the following points are affected (Fig. 61).

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the foot under the ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 4 cun above the ankle. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 3. Symmetrical, located 2 cun above the kneecap. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage point 1 is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure. The duration of exposure to the point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Massage of points 2, 3 is performed with a soothing method using pressure. The duration of exposure to each point is 3-4 minutes.

Figure 61.

3. The massage course consists of 12 sessions every day. After consulting with a doctor, you can repeat the course in 1-2 weeks.

If there are ulcers on the lower leg, act on the points listed below.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located 2 cun away from the anterior midline above the superior ramus of the pubis. The patient lies on his back. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the abdomen in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe XI rib. The patient lies on his side, stretching out one leg and pressing the bent other leg to the stomach. The point is massaged first from the healthy side, and then from the side on which the ulcer is located.

Notes:

1. Massage is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. The course of treatment for leg ulcers consists of 10-12 sessions every day. A second course can be done in 1-2 weeks.

The method of applying acupressure for enuresis

Enuresis - involuntary urination during sleep - is most common in children suffering from any chronic disease.

With enuresis, the following points are affected (Fig. 62).

point 1. Asymmetrical, located in the lower abdomen on the anterior midline, 3 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Figure 62.

point 2. Asymmetrical, located under point 1 above the upper edge of the pubic bone. Massaged like point 1

Point 3. Symmetrical, located on the lumbar region of the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the back 3 cun away from the posterior midline near point 3. Massaged like point 3.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline in the sacral region. Massaged like point 3.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the front surface of the leg 3 cun below the patella, 1 cun outward from the anterior edge of the tibia. The patient sits with legs stretched out. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located at the point of attachment of the calcaneal tendon to the calcaneus. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Asymmetrical, located on the abdomen 4 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Notes:

1. The massage is performed in a soothing way using light pressure with rotation, the pace of which gradually slows down. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

2. It is desirable to conduct sessions 2 times a day.

For the treatment of enuresis in the elderly, massage of the following points is used (Fig. 63).

Figure 63.

point 1. Symmetrical, located on the lumbar region of the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the IV and V lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

point 2. Symmetrical, located on the back of the neck one and a half cun away from the posterior median line at the border of hair growth. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously to the right and left.

Dot 3. Symmetrical, located on the foot on the border of the rear and sole at the base of the fifth metatarsal bone. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 4. Symmetrical, located on the foot 2 mm from the corner of the nail hole of the little finger. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 5. Symmetrical, located in the center of the lateral surface of the foot from the side of the big toe. Massaged like point 4.

Point 6. Symmetrical, located on the lower leg 2 cun above the inner ankle. Massaged like point 4.

Point 7. Symmetrical, located on the lateral surface of the foot in the heel area. The patient is sitting. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 8. Symmetrical, located near point 7 on the border of the outer and plantar surfaces of the foot. Massaged like point 7.

Point 9. Symmetrical, located on the inside of the arm in the area of ​​the elbow joint in the fold from the side of the thumb. The patient sits with his hand on the table, palm up. The point is massaged alternately to the right and left.

Point 10. Symmetrical, located on the back one and a half cun away from the posterior midline at the level of the gap between the spinous processes of the 1st and 2nd lumbar vertebrae. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Point 11. Asymmetrical, located in the lower abdomen on the anterior midline, 2 cun below the navel. The patient lies on his back.

Point 12. Symmetrical, located on the back in the area of ​​the shoulder blades. The patient lies on his stomach, a pillow is placed under his stomach. The point is massaged simultaneously on both sides.

Notes:

1. Massage (except points 7, 8, 9, 11) is performed with a tonic method using deep pressure with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 0.5-1 min.

2. Points 7, 8, 9 and 11 are massaged in a soothing way using light stroking with rotation. The duration of exposure to each point is 4-5 minutes.

3. During the massage, it is necessary that the patient strictly observe the diet.

CHAPTER 3. CONNECTIVE TISSUE MASSAGE

Studies by many Russian and foreign scientists have shown that diseases of the internal organs are often associated with dysfunction of the connective tissue. As a rule, this disrupts the mobility of the skin, subcutaneous tissue in relation to the fascia, in addition, the relief of the skin over the foci of the disease is disturbed. When you touch these areas, pain occurs, they look compacted and swollen.

To restore the function of connective tissue, connective tissue massage should be performed, which helps to normalize metabolism and improve blood circulation.

Connective tissue massage is recommended for pathology of the musculoskeletal system and diseases of some internal organs. Before starting it, an examination of the segmental zones and palpation should be carried out to identify areas with increased tension, seals, and swelling. Such areas during massage can be painful, the skin in these places during the massage procedure may turn red or turn pale.

Connective tissue massage brings a greater effect in combination with water procedures, when the patient's muscles are as relaxed as possible. The water temperature should be 37 degrees C.

Connective tissue massage technique

When massaging, the tissues should move in relation to the muscles, tendons and bones. The main method of connective tissue massage is tissue displacement. It is more convenient to capture tissue with the thumb and forefinger. The duration of the massage is from 5 to 15 minutes.

Connective tissue massage should begin with healthy tissues and gradually approach painful points. At first, the movements should be superficial, but gradually (as tension and pain are relieved), the massage should become deep.

Movements are made along the edges of the tendons, along the location of muscle fibers, as well as the places of attachment of muscles, fascia and joint capsules.

When massaging the back and chest, movements should be directed towards the spine, while massaging the limbs, movements are directed to the proximal sections (Fig. 64).

The procedure must be started from the sacrum (paravertebral zone of the back) and gradually move up to the cervical spine. After that, you need to massage the hips, legs, and only then - the patient's shoulder girdle.

Figure 64.

When massaging reflexogenic zones, in order not to cause sharp pain and worsen the general condition of the patient, the movements of the massage therapist should be directed along the border of these zones.

The order of the procedure and the areas of influence on the connective tissues in certain diseases

At headache it is necessary to act on the back of the head, on the interscapular region and on the region of the muscles of the forearm.

For diseases spine you need to act paravertebral on the lumbar region and move smoothly to the cervical spine.

At lumbago produce impact in the lumbar region, sacrum and behind the ilium.

At sciatica massage is performed on the lumbar region, intergluteal fold, popliteal fossa, back of the thigh and calf muscle.

For diseases shoulder joint and shoulder should act on the area between the spinal column and the scapular region, on the costal arches and on the front of the shoulder.

For diseases elbow joint, forearm and hand it is necessary to influence the area between the spine and the scapula, the area of ​​the costal arches, the elbow bend, the inner surface of the forearm and the radio-metacarpal joint.

For diseases hip and thigh it is necessary to act on the buttocks, along the gluteal fold, inguinal region, as well as on the hip joint area.

For diseases knee joint and shins massage is performed on the buttocks, along the gluteal fold, on the inguinal region, on the hip joint and on the popliteal fossa.

CHAPTER 4. PERIOSTAL MASSAGE

Many years of research by specialists have shown that many diseases of the internal organs of a person are accompanied by changes in bone tissue. To restore it, a so-called periosteal massage should be carried out.

Periosteal massage is a type of massage that has an effect on altered painful points that have a reflex connection with various human organs. It is recommended for diseases of the musculoskeletal system, joints, skeletal system and some internal organs. This type of massage has a beneficial effect on blood and lymph circulation, metabolic and trophic processes. This is because when pressure is applied to pain points, highly sensitive interoreceptors of the periosteum, as well as the walls of extraosseous venous vessels, are irritated. When conducting a periosteal massage session, it is necessary to take into account the topography of the nerves and the Zakharyin-Ged zone.

Periosteal massage should be done in those pain points in which painful sensations were localized. In this case, it is necessary to take into account: how severe the patient's pain is. In the event that the pain is very strong, the procedure must begin with exposure to the areas surrounding the painful point and gradually approach its focus. If the procedure is performed on the patient's chest, it is imperative to observe the rhythm of breathing. So, during exhalation, one should press on the chest, and during inhalation, let go.

In the process of massage, one should act on the skull, on the spinous processes of the vertebrae, the exit points of the nerve trunks. The middle sacral scallop, patella and clavicles are not affected.

When massaging the skull, the impact is carried out on the mastoid processes and the occipital protuberance. In the pelvic area, the iliac crests should be affected. When massaging the joints, the actions should be directed to the greater trochanter, tuberosity of the tibia, near the joint space. On the

metacarpal bones are massaged in the hands. In the region of the spine, areas near the spinous and transverse processes are massaged. On the ribs, massage is performed near the corner of the rib. The area of ​​the acromial process is massaged on the collarbones.

In case of lumbago (lumbago), the area of ​​the pubic articulation, the ischium, the ilium and the sacrum should be affected.

With sciatica, the main points of influence are the areas of the sacrum, ischium, greater trochanter and pubic joint.

In the treatment of diseases associated with changes in the joints and muscles of the arms and legs, it is recommended to act on various areas.

1. During the procedure in the area of ​​the shoulder and shoulder joint, it is necessary to press on the spine of the scapula, on the acromion of the clavicle and on the external and internal condyles of the shoulder.

2. During the procedure in the area of ​​the elbow joint, forearm and hand, the spine of the scapula, the acromial part of the clavicle, the internal and external condyles of the shoulder, the styloid process of the radius and ulna, as well as the metacarpal bones should be massaged.

3. During the procedure in the area of ​​the hip joint and thigh, it is necessary to act on the iliac crest, sacrum and pubic joint.

4. During the procedure in the area of ​​the knee joint and lower leg, pressure should be applied to the sacrum, pubic joint, greater trochanter and tibial crest.

In the treatment of osteochondrosis, deforming spondylosis and other diseases of the spine, the areas of the sacrum, ischium, ribs, scapula, sternum, pubic articulation of the spinous processes of the vertebrae should be massaged.

Contraindications for periosteal massage: osteoporosis, bone tuberculosis.

Periosteal massage technique

During the procedure, one or more fingers should rhythmically press on the periosteal point, located not far from the course of the nerve trunks, or on the periosteal point of the periosteum. Press on this point should be 1 time per second, without taking your fingers off the massaged area. The patient should be in a sitting or lying position. He should relax his muscles as much as possible. Massage should be done on exposed areas.

The duration of massaging one point, as a rule, is from 1 to 3 minutes. After that, you should massage other points. When pressing on the point, the fingers should not tremble and vibrate.

Periosteal massage can be carried out in the form of independent procedures and in combination with hydroprocedures and physiotherapy. Periosteal massage should be carried out 2-3 times a week.

The acupressure of acupuncture points, which we will consider, actually has a miraculous effect, and pain relief is more effective than known drugs. It does not harm the liver and kidneys, as when taking painkillers. In addition, all medicines only relieve the symptom, but do not eliminate the causes of pain. Acupressure restores the movement of qi and blood energy, removes blocks, opens the access of these substances to the muscles, which relieves their spasms.

Cheng-fu point massage.

Cheng-fu point refers to the channel of the Bladder.

The point is symmetrical and is located in the center of the lower gluteal fold.

The figure shows how to find it.

Massage effect on this point relieves pain in the lumbosacral region, in other words, in the lumbar region and coccyx, with sciatica and lumbago, with sciatic nerve neuralgia.

How to do massage?

Massage is done by pressing on the point with the thumb (although it is more convenient for me to massage these points specifically with the index finger).

Then, in a circular motion, rub the found point properly.

It is necessary to act on the point, which is located on the side where there is strong pain.

In addition to massaging the Cheng-fu point, work your finger along the line that connects this point to the Yin-men point (this is the next point in massage).

Yin-men point massage.

The Yin-men point has another name "yin gate" and also refers to the Bladder meridian.

It is located symmetrically on the back of the thigh, 4 cun below the cheng fu point.

Massaging the Yin-men point eliminates pain in the lower back and back, significantly alleviates the condition and gives a therapeutic effect in case of sciatic nerve neuralgia.

Press on the points on the left and right at the same time with two thumbs for 1-2 minutes, periodically increasing or decreasing the pressure.

Additionally click on the area along the line that goes from Cheng-fu to Wei-chung.

The Wei-chung point also belongs to the bladder meridian. It is located symmetrically on the back of the leg under the knee.

Massage of this point allows you to get rid of acute and chronic pain in the lower back, has a therapeutic effect on neuralgia of the sciatic nerve, and also helps to significantly alleviate pain in the knee joints.

Within 1-2 minutes, press on both points, on the left and on the right.

The Wei-zhong point is a unique point.

If it is regularly acted upon, then the circulation of the lymph is stimulated.

A poor outflow of lymph is often the cause of pain due to the fact that toxins are not removed by lymph, inflammation develops.

Shen-shu point massage.

The Shen-shu point also belongs to the bladder meridian.

It is located symmetrically on the back, on a line between the second and third lumbar vertebrae.

Just define this line by projecting the navel onto the back.

Massage of Shen-shu points in the lumbar region allows you to cope with back and lower back pain, lumbago, sciatica, relieve spasms of the spine and back muscles.

Massage is best performed in a sitting position.

In this case, it is performed with fists. With the backs of your fists, massage the Shen-shu points for 1 minute clockwise, then the same amount of time against.

Then warm your palms against each other and put warm palms on both sides of the lower back, on the indentations.

Take 3-5 full breaths, transferring energy, and rub your palms hard on your back from top to bottom to the tailbone.

Repeat this movement thirty-six times.

You can directly influence the points of Shen-shu by massaging them with your thumbs with slight pressure.

Important note!

Be careful when performing pressure, rotation, rubbing.

It is better to start with small efforts, gradually increasing the strength.

Do not end the massage abruptly, reduce the force of exposure gradually.

Never massage with tumors, injuries and mechanical damage, with uncertainty about the diagnosis.

Remember that back pain can be caused by diseases of the internal organs. Then you need to consult a doctor. published

Galina Apolonskaya

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Back pain and discomfort are faced by a huge number of people. To eliminate these unpleasant symptoms, massage is recommended. It is used to relax muscles, which leads to an improvement in human well-being. Acupressure of the back is characterized by a simple technique, which makes it possible to perform it at home.

Indications and contraindications

Acupressure back massage

Massage points should be carried out only in accordance with the indications. Most often it is recommended for use in osteochondrosis. It is also carried out for pain and chronic fatigue in the back. Massage is quite effective for sore joints. Thanks to acupressure, the fight against alcoholism and smoking is carried out. The back is characterized by huge amount points, so it is impossible to list all the diseases that can be cured with acupressure.

Despite the fact that acupressure of the back is highly effective, it is characterized by the presence of contraindications that must be taken into account without fail. The procedure is not recommended during acute respiratory diseases and hyperemia. Also, the technique is not prescribed if the patient has malignant neoplasms. Contraindications to massage are manifested in the form of:

• tendency to thrombosis;
• bleeding;
• purulent lesions;
• lymphadenitis;
• back injuries;
• chronic osteomyelitis;
• lymphadenitis.

If the patient has inflammatory, fungal or infectious skin lesions, then massage is strictly prohibited for them. With tuberculosis, venereal and mental diseases, the procedure is contraindicated. When diagnosing pulmonary, hepatic, cardiac, renal failure, the technique is not recommended. Doctors prohibit the procedure if the patient has a crisis of hypo- or hypertension.

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Location of acupressure points

In order to properly massage and influence the required area, you need to know where the corresponding points on the back are. The location of the points can be:

If a person pre-determines all points for back massage, this will greatly simplify this procedure for him.

Types of massage

Despite the fact that the points are located in the same place, the massage scheme can be varied. To date, several types of back massage have been developed for relaxation, diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. With the help of this procedure, the whole body is rejuvenated. During the application of the technique, the rehabilitation of nerves that are compressed by the vertebrae is carried out.

During the massage period, the elimination of chronic fatigue syndrome is observed. The action of the procedure is aimed at enhancing lymphatic drainage and increasing the level of endorphins. Proper manipulation helps to strengthen immune system and improving performance. Thanks to this technique, the elasticity of the skin returns and the fight against excess weight is carried out. Regular massage helps to increase joint mobility and restore blood circulation in the body. With the help of the procedure, it is possible to align the posture.

Features of acupressure

In China, massage is carried out according to several methods. They believe that the procedure heals the body and soul of a person. There are about 700 points on the back, which are almost impossible to learn. Experienced massage therapists use 140 of the most effective points. With the help of massage, the skin on the back of a person is irritated in those places where the points are located.

With the help of acupressure, the trophism of the intervertebral discs is enhanced, lower back pain is reduced, muscle relaxation, and spinal mobility is increased. During the massage period, the impact on those points that are responsible for the painful areas is carried out. The implementation of this procedure is quite difficult, since a person can be mistaken in the location of a certain point, which is explained by the individual characteristics of the human body.

Before performing the procedure, it is mandatory to study the points. Tense and painful places are affected with fingertips - all except the little finger. In this case, it is necessary to apply strong pressure, but it should not bring severe pain. The massage can be carried out with vibration or circular movements. You can also use the method of cyclic pressure on the skin. It is necessary to act on one point for no more than 5 minutes. Pressing movements can only be done while inhaling.

Features of the Shiatsu technique

Shiatsu back massage

Shiatsu back massage is a process in which pressure points are acted upon. For the first time this type of massaging began to be used in Japan. When using this technique, the fingers and palms of the hands act on the skin. With the help of this technique, harmony is restored, and the body's defenses increase, as well as the fight against depression and insomnia.

Shiatsu back massage is performed according to a special technique. Since the points on the back of a person are not exactly located, the Japanese advise using intuition when performing this technique. During the massage, the most painful places are preliminarily determined. After that, they are influenced.

Carrying out therapeutic massage

The therapeutic point procedure is carried out not only with the help of hands, but also with the use of special devices. The technique consists in a mechanical effect on the spine, muscles, skin, joints. With the help of this procedure, scoliosis, osteochondrosis, and muscular hypotension are treated. With long training sessions, it is possible to carry out manipulations at home. The massage technique consists in rubbing, kneading, stroking, squeezing, sawing, rolling. All actions must be performed sequentially.

Performing massage movements should be carried out only along the muscle fiber. A therapeutic massage is recommended for the entire back. The collar and lumbosacral area should be qualitatively massaged, which will have a positive effect on muscle relaxation and pain relief. Before the procedure, the massage therapist's nails should be cut short, and you must also wash your hands thoroughly before the procedure. To ensure an easier procedure, the skin must first be lubricated with cream.

Acupressure is a highly effective procedure in the treatment of various diseases. Before the procedure, it is recommended to study all points on the back of a person. Proper massage is the key to the health of the patient.

Acupressure is an ancient oriental method of treatment. It originated, apparently, in the territory of modern China, Korea, Mongolia and Japan. It is based on the same principles as in segmental massage: treatment should be complex (a disease of an organ is a disease of the whole organism); treatment should be unhurried, thorough; Finally, it must be individual. But if segmental massage is based on a schematic division of the human body into segments, then acupressure appeared after the discovery of certain points on the body that are closely related to the internal organs and systems of a person.

Acupressure also has much in common with acupuncture, since both the impact of a needle and finger pressure on certain points restore impaired functions and improve the patient's condition.

The points involved in acupressure are called "vital points" or - in modern science - "biologically active points" (BAP). Studies have shown that these points have specific features. Firstly, they have low electrical skin resistance, secondly, high electrical potential, thirdly, high skin temperature, as well as high pain sensitivity, increased oxygen uptake and a high level of metabolic processes.

The basic rules of acupressure are associated with ancient ideas about "vital energy" - "chi", according to which "chi" moves along a certain trajectory along invisible meridian channels and provides each organ with "nutrition". Life energy moves from one channel to another, in total there are 12 paired and 2 unpaired channels. Under normal circumstances, when each channel receives a certain amount of vital energy, a person is healthy. As a result of a violation of the “tides” of vital energy, an excess of energy is observed in one part of the body, and a deficiency in another. In this case, any disease develops.

From a scientific point of view, this theory does not have sufficient justification, but it echoes the ancient Eastern ideas about the division of nature into two parts: “yin” (negative) and “yang” (positive). Day is yang, night is yin; the sun is yang, the moon is yin.

Yin is the maternal principle, which is characteristic of everything cold, wet, dark, secretive, passive, changeable. It carries a negative charge. Yang is the paternal principle, which, on the contrary, is inherent in everything warm, dry, bright, explicit, initiative, constant. The paternal principle carries positive charge. And since in the body of each person there is both maternal and paternal principles, then a person is a combination of yin-yang, and all processes occurring inside the body can be both positive and negative.

Eastern medicine has long sought to bring the "yin" and "yang" to harmony. According to the ideas of ancient Eastern physicians, the five primary elements of the earth have correspondences with pregnancy, increased oxygen absorption and a high level of metabolic processes.

Pressing on the "vital points" causes a feeling of aches, numbness, even pain, which is absent when pressing on other areas of the skin. Studies have shown that these sensations are constant, so they serve as a criterion for the correctness of finding such points.

Acupressure has a positive effect on the functions of various organs and systems: it calms or stimulates the nervous system, increases blood circulation, improves tissue nutrition, regulates the activity of endocrine glands, relieves pain, reduces muscle tension.

The widespread use of acupressure is largely due to its simplicity, a small area of ​​influence. Acupressure is also good because it can be used as first aid, as well as together with medical therapy.

Why does this or that disease occur? The disease occurs because the flow of "vital energy" is disrupted. And you can restore the normal flow of this energy if you act on the points located along the meridian channels.

The total number of "vital points" is 365. Their location does not depend on where the diseased organ is located. In other words, in order to relieve pain in the heart, it is not necessary to act on the region of the heart - biological points are located, for example, on the foot. Moreover, there are points on the foot that affect many other organs and are used for various diseases. Often, to eliminate pain on the right side, you have to massage the points located on the left, and vice versa.

Theoretical foundations of acupressure

Acupressure is a mechanical effect of fingers or devices on strictly defined areas of the body.

Acupressure is a type of traditional Chinese medicine - zhen-jiu therapy, called acupuncture (acupuncture) in most countries. The term "acupuncture" comes from the Latin words "acus" (needle) and "punctura" (prick, point). In China, acupuncture is called "zhen" and moxibustion "jiu". These two types of treatment are almost always combined, the method is considered as a single one and is called zhen-jiu therapy. The basis of acupuncture and acupressure, or finger zhen, is the teaching of acupuncture points (TA) on the surface of the body, total number of which, according to the latest data, there are more than 1500. Of these, 695 are called classical, that is, enjoying full recognition. However, approximately 100-150 points of influence are used in practice.

On average, the diameter of the classical dot is 0.2–5 mm. There are no special cellular structures in TA. According to latest biology, more loose connective tissue gravitates to the points, the fibers of which are arranged in the form of a grid (G. D. Novinsky); they have a little more bodies and flasks that act as receptors (G. Kelner); there are small groups of mast cells that affect metabolism due to the release of active substances (F. G. Portnov). The impact points have their own signs: they absorb oxygen more and more infrared radiation is registered, they are more sensitive to pressure and have their own electrical status. Indicators of electrical individuality in TA are manifested by a lower electrical resistance of the skin (J. Ni-boye), an increasing value of the electrical potential, especially in cases of illness (AK Podshibyakin).

The boundaries of active points are vague. In a sleeping person, the diameter of the dot decreases to 1 mm, after rest it reaches 1 cm, and in case of illness it increases to several centimeters.

The theoretical substantiation of zhen-jiu therapy is the "jin-lo" theory, or the meridian theory of the body's physiology. Jin-lo is a system of invisible channels (meridians) connecting acupuncture points with similar (when exposed to them) healing effects and reactions. There are many channels: 14 main - 12 paired and 2 unpaired, 15 secondary and 8 miraculous channels, bypasses connecting the points assigned to the main channels. Despite such an abundance of channels, a considerable number of TAs (281) are not covered by them. The main channels are called (from the standpoint of Chinese medicine) internal organs. The lungs, the liver, etc. have their own channel. The shortest channels - the heart and pericardium - have 9 points each, the longest channel is the bladder: it has 67 points of influence and it covers the entire head, neck, back and descends to the fifth toe. Through these meridians in the human body, the vital energy "CHI" (or "Qi") circulates, the philosophical interpretation of which is difficult even from modern scientific positions. According to one of the leading Russian experts V. G. Vogralik (1961), CHI is an integral function of the entire activity of the organism, its energy, vitality tone. Each organ and system has CHI as an expression of exchange and function at a particular moment. The resultant of all these CHI is the CHI of the body.

According to the theory adopted in Oriental medicine, vital energy enters the body through acupuncture points with food, from the environment and circulates through the body, passing sequentially through all organs and making a complete circuit during the day. This position on the circulation of energy is consistent with studies on biological rhythms which are increasingly recognized in modern medicine and biology.

The form of manifestation of vital energy is the interaction and struggle of two opposites, or "polar forces" - YANG (positive force) and YIN (negative force). On the principle of YANG-YIN, the founders of Oriental medicine base the relationship of organs with each other and their connection with the integument of the body. Illness is considered as an imbalance in the normal distribution of energy between YANG and YIN. If the symptoms indicate a "lack of energy", then the organ is in a state of YIN, and it needs to be toned. If there are signs of "excess energy" corresponding to the state of Yang, the latter should be reduced (dissipated). This change in the distribution of energy is achieved by influencing the acupuncture points (see Appendix, Table 3).

From the point of view of modern knowledge, the idea of ​​channels, vital energy, proposed since ancient times in the East, looks naive and archaic. But the positive effects of the healing method force scientists of all countries to study the constructions of Chinese natural philosophy.

Depending on the tasks of acupressure, a targeted effect on the TA of certain zones is applied:

1) to influence the central nervous system, they act on points of general or a wide range actions;

2) to influence the cervical vegetative apparatus, use the points of the collar zone (C V 1 II — T);

3) so-called segmental points are used to influence the function of internal organs;

4) to influence the radicular syndrome and peripheral nerves, acupressure is carried out at regional points along paravertebral lines;

5) to influence the joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, mainly local points are used.

In addition, a number of meridian points have certain functions and are called standard. There are six of them on each meridian:

1) tonic point;

2) inhibitory (sedative) point - serves to enhance the inhibitory process;

3) point - "accomplice" - is used to enhance the excitatory or inhibitory action;

4) a stabilizing point is a point of energy transition from one body system (meridian) to another (LO-point);

5) sympathetic, or point of agreement - is outside the meridian and is also used to enhance the impact on the first two points;

6) herald, or point of alarm, has a diagnostic value.

The tonic and inhibitory points of the meridian are processed, respectively, by inhibitory or stimulating methods of influence, a description of which will be given below.

Thus, acupressure is a method of reflexology, the area of ​​​​impact of which are acupuncture points; method of influence - massage. The founder of acupressure is E. D. Tyko-chinskaya (1969), who first developed and implemented this method for the treatment of patients with movement disorders. In sports practice, acupressure massage has been used by us since 1975, and already in 1977 at the Republican scientific conference in Minsk, results were reported confirming the expediency of using this method to influence muscle tone (V. I. Vasichkin, G. N. Vygodin, A. M. Tyurin).

General about acupressure

Massage as a healing and rejuvenating remedy has been known since ancient times. One of the first references to massage is found in Chinese manuscripts dating back to the 9th century. The great Greek physician Hippocrates wrote: "Massage can bind a joint that is too loose and soften a joint that is too tight."

Like acupuncture and moxibustion, massage can be considered the oldest creative discovery of Chinese medicine. The difference between these methods essentially lies only in different ways of influencing the biologically active points of the human body. So, in acupuncture, various needles made of metal alloys are used. In ancient times, sharp edges of stones, fragments of porcelain, bamboo needles were used as annoying objects, and only later, with the appearance in the 6th century. BC metal, began to make iron, silver and gold needles. Currently, acupuncture is carried out by means of the thinnest metal round needles, which are introduced depending on the place of application of irritation to different depths. The tip of the needle is somewhat blunted so as not to injure the tissue, not to violate its integrity and not to cause pain. However, the methods of administration and the acupuncture technique itself are available only to specialist doctors who have completed the appropriate training course.

Cauterization is carried out with a red-hot metal stick, applying pieces of garlic to certain areas of the skin. However, wormwood cigars are the most widely used. For their manufacture, dried wormwood is crushed and cigars are made from it with a diameter of 1 to 20-30 mm. Sometimes medicinal substances are added to wormwood: dry ginger, garlic, etc. In ancient China, it was believed that the key to success when using cauterization is the formation of blisters, in the absence of which the effect does not occur. However, the lack of sterile conditions during these procedures led to the appearance of purulent complications in the area of ​​burns. The safer and more painless use of acupuncture and acupressure has led to the fact that the method of cauterization is now practically not used.

As a special method of acupressure, used under certain conditions instead of acupuncture and cauterization, pressure is applied with a finger or the tip of a nail on the skin in the area where the biologically active point is located. This method is known in the East under the name of "finger zhen", in Western countries - as a method of pressing, and in our country - as a method of finger point pressure. This method is especially indicated as a self-massage for children and adults who are afraid of injections.

The mechanism of action of massage is the same as that of all the above methods (acupuncture, cauterization) of reflex therapy. It is based primarily on irritation of the mechanoreceptors of the skin (nerve endings that perceive mechanical irritation), subcutaneous tissue, muscle fibers, and nerve plexuses around the vessels.

Depending on the purpose, various types of acupressure are distinguished - hygienic, cosmetic, therapeutic, restorative, etc. The use of acupressure is indicated as a self-massage for various diseases, as well as a means to relieve physical fatigue.

The effectiveness of the massage depends on the correct choice and definition of the point and on the massaging technique.

Before you start acupressure, you need to learn how to locate biologically active points. For this purpose, two methods are used that complement each other. The first method is to determine the location of points according to anatomical landmarks (for example, ear, eye, spine, nail, various skin folds, etc.). Another method that allows you to determine biological points is the use of cun. According to the ancient Chinese method, the whole human body is divided into puni. Cun is not a specific distance, but a value that is individual for each person, depending on the height of a person, his fullness, physique, etc. In modern clinical practice, the finger cun is the basis for finding points. To determine the length of one cun, it is necessary to bend the middle finger so that, closing with the thumb, it forms a ring. The distance between the skin folds of the second phalanx of the middle finger and will be equal to 1 cun. The width of your thumb, measured slightly below the nail fold, is also 1 cun.

It should be noted that the second method is not suitable for people with deformed altered joints. Thus, by measuring your individual cun, you can get a universal, personal unit of measurement, with which you can find the biologically active points of the body. To facilitate the task, it is advisable to take a white ribbon or a narrow ribbon and put on it up to 15 divisions (each equal to 1 cun). It is advisable to determine cun in men on the left hand, and in women on the right.

Armed with knowledge about the individual tsun, you need to get acquainted with the techniques of acupressure. For a non-specialist, the most accessible and easily digestible are the three main methods of acupressure: light touch, stroking, light and deep finger pressure.

Finger pressure during acupressure should always be strictly vertical, without displacement. The movement of the finger can be rotational or vibrating, but it must be non-stop. The stronger the impact on the point, the shorter it should be. One of the main techniques of acupressure is thumb pressure. Many modern authors believe that the impact should be made with the thumb pad, however, other experts recommend that pressure be applied to the joint between the first and second phalanges of the thumb. In their opinion, with this method it is easier to regulate the force of impact, besides, the finger is less tired. However, regardless of the method of exposure, in all cases, pressure with the fingertip should be excluded, as this can lead to skin injury, the appearance of microabrasions and the development of infectious complications. It should be noted that there is a special technique that is used in acupressure and is called “finger-needle”, when the effect is carried out precisely with the tip of the finger.

There are several methods of thumb pressure.

1. Normal pressure. This method consists in one constant pressure on the point for 3-5 seconds, then the pressure is gradually stopped.

2. Repetitive pressure. The essence of the method is that pressure is carried out in several stages. First, pressure is applied to the point for 5-6 seconds, then, without removing the finger, the pressure is stopped and resumed again, repeating this procedure 3-4 times.

3. Pressing with two thumbs at the same time. With this method thumbs touch either the outer edges or the nail ends.

4. Pressing with overlapping thumbs. When using this method, the thumbs are not next to each other, as described in the previous case, but one on top of the other, and pressure is applied simultaneously with two fingers. This technique is used when massaging points located in those parts of the body where there is a large muscle mass.

When massaging different areas of the body, it is advisable to use different techniques for massaging points. So, when exposed to the back of the nose, supra- and infraorbital regions, it is convenient to apply pressure with the pads of two or three fingers at once. When massaging the back, the effect of the palm or its edge can be used, however, such an effect is not on a point, but on the entire reflex zone. In some cases, it is possible to apply the technique of capturing the skin over the area of ​​​​the point with three fingers like a pinch.

Using the finger-needle method requires certain skills in its application. The end of the thumb or middle finger is set strictly vertically above the active point and “sticking” is carried out, which is carried out until an expanding feeling of an ache of heaviness appears in the “needle finger”. Usually pressing lasts 4-5 s. Three-finger piercing is also used - with the thumb, index and middle fingers.

When conducting acupressure, in addition to the correct technique of conducting essential has a tactic to use it. Acupressure is advisable to carry out no longer than 10 minutes. Foot zones can be massaged several (3-4) times a day. For a therapeutic effect, it is usually enough to hold a few clicks on the points for several seconds. In acute pain (headache, toothache, etc.), exposure can be continued for 1-2 minutes. It is extremely important to observe the most important principle of medicine “do no harm”. When conducting acupressure, a person should not experience any unpleasant, and even more so pain. If during the massage there is a heartbeat, sweating, a feeling of heat or nausea, the effect must be stopped.

The most effective use of acupressure is for preventive purposes: to relieve feelings of fatigue, anxiety, excessive stress, etc. It is possible to successfully treat functional diseases of internal organs with acupressure: neurocirculatory dystonia or heart neurosis, initial manifestations of hypertension, functional indigestion, etc. Less effective use of acupressure in the treatment of organic diseases.

There are also a number of conditions and diseases in which acupressure is contraindicated.

These include tumors of any localization, acute diseases accompanied by high fever, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, blood diseases (leukemia, lymphogranulomatosis), pregnancy, conditions associated with a severe disorder of the functions of internal organs (heart failure, stroke, heart attack, severe cardiac arrhythmias, etc.), as well as active forms of tuberculosis and varicose veins of the lower extremities. It is absolutely unacceptable to massage inflamed joints. In any case, when you are going to start treating a disease with acupressure, you need to consult a doctor. It should be remembered that there is no single remedy for all diseases and acupressure can be used in a complex of therapeutic measures. It can complement ongoing drug therapy or physiotherapy.

After a massage session, it is advisable to lie down a little, relax.

Finding points

In order to correctly find the location of certain points, first of all, it is necessary to determine the individual "cun". "Cun" - proportional segments, the size of which depends on the distance between the ends of the folds of the bent middle finger (Fig.).

This distance is different for each person, for a woman it is determined on the right hand, for a man - on the left.

So, to determine where a certain point is, you need to divide all parts of the body into several cun. The following rules will also help you find a particular point:

1. The point is, as a rule, on the border of these segments.

2. Most often, it coincides with a recess that can be felt with a finger.

To correctly locate a particular point, you can also use the following landmarks (Fig.).

Landmarks for finding points: 1 - anterior median line; 2 - zygomatic arch; 3 - auricle; 4 - tragus; 5 - clavicle; 6 - supraclavicular fossa; 7 - subclavian fossa; 8 - styloid process of the radius; 10 - back of the hand; 11 - front surface of the thigh; 12 - anterior surface of the lower leg; 13 - inner ankle; 14 - rear of the foot; 15 - base of the I metatarsal bone; 16 - head of the I metatarsal bone; 17 - arch of the foot; 18 - posterior median line; 19 - supraspinous fossa of the scapula; 20 - scapula; 21 - wrist; 22 - back of the thigh; 23 — a back surface of a shin; 24 - outer ankle; 25 - calcaneal tendon

The most important thing when locating points is accuracy. Only in the case of an accurate determination of the point can the desired effect be achieved. If you act on neighboring points, you can harm the body.

Another important condition for acupressure is the systematic impact on a certain set of points. It is important here both the systematic impact, and the fact that it is necessary to massage the entire complex of points, and not just one point. Only under all these conditions can the greatest effect be achieved.

Technique and methods of acupressure

Before you start, you should learn the basic rules. First, before starting a massage, you need to undergo an examination and establish a diagnosis.

Secondly, work only with warm hands. Thirdly, press with such force that the pressure is clearly felt, but at the same time it does not hurt.

The process of influence on BAP should not be long - it is enough to spend 10 minutes for the entire session, but it should be carried out regularly. Massage should be done in a calm mood, you need to relax and tune in to success.

The massage procedure itself is carried out as follows.

1. Put the pads of the index and (or) middle fingers on the desired acupressure points, which in most cases are located symmetrically. often in small depressions.

2. Carefully feel for the “vital” points with your fingertips, press them with your fingertips and slowly increase the pressure.

3. The pressure should not be rough and sharp, should not leave bruises. The finger should be applied carefully, perpendicular to the surface of the skin and strictly at the indicated point.

4. The average duration of pressure should be between 10 and 30 seconds.

5. Pressing should be stopped as soon as there is a feeling that the body no longer perceives irritation.

6. One point can be pressed sequentially 3-5 times, but after each pressing it is advisable to make a short pause.

7. When self-massage, do not press on a large number of points. You need to watch the reactions of your body.

8. By choosing BAPs that affect the disease, you can determine the sequence of pressing them yourself. In this case, you need to focus on the needs and reaction of your body. At the same time, the positive effect of the procedure manifests itself in different ways: for some, the effect is noticeable immediately, for others - only after a few sessions.

The main techniques of acupressure include rotation ("zhu"), vibration ("tseng") and pressure ("qia").

Reception of rotation performed mainly by the palmar surface of the terminal phalanx II, III or the first fingers of the hand (finger pads), less often the back of the middle phalanges, the terminal phalanx of the first finger, the base of the palm and the fist. Rotation takes great place in almost any type of massage, and symmetrical points are processed simultaneously with two hands. Therefore, in order to correctly rotate with both hands, it is necessary to master this technique separately with the right and left hands.

The reception of rotation can be divided into three phases.

1. "Screwing" - the imposition of a fingertip or other massaging area of ​​​​the hand on the acupuncture point and then penetration by smooth, slow rotational movements into the body tissues (skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscles) to different depths depending on the location of the point. Slow circular movements are performed without sliding on the skin, but always with an increase in pressure.

There is evidence in the literature that the shift in potassium-calcium balance occurring in the tissues affects the neuro-reflex mechanism (V. Natsuk, VS Goydenko). If you massage, that is, perform circular movements in a converging spiral, potassium ions will begin to collect from the surrounding tissues towards the center, which will give an exciting effect. When performing circular movements along an unfolding spiral, the same ions, as more mobile ones, will scatter, leaving inactive calcium ions in the TA, which will give an inhibitory effect. This opinion is difficult to argue scientifically, but practice confirms it.

2. Termination of rotational movements and retention of the finger at a depth with pressure.

3. "Unscrewing" - the return of the finger to its original position. In the third phase, slow circular movements

are also performed without sliding on the skin, but with a decrease in pressure force. At the end of the phase, the finger does not leave the massaged area, and the first phase of a new reception cycle begins immediately, etc.

The frequency of rotational movements is on average equal to one per second.

At the depth of pressure, the so-called intended sensations in the form of bursting, numbness and soreness should occur. The number of rotations, the degree of pressure, the time the finger is held at a depth with pressure depend on the goals of the massage. The direction of rotational movements can be different, although the works of Japanese authors indicate that clockwise rotation of the massaging finger has a tonic effect, counterclockwise - a sedative effect.

When performing a rotation reception, there are errors: rough, painful rotations with a tense brush, causing discomfort and pain; movements on the skin, and not with the skin, which reduces the effect of the reception; injury to the skin with a nail; uneven pace of rotational movements; constant (small or large) force of pressure on the tissues in the first and third phases of the reception, which is unpleasant for the person being massaged and quickly tires the massage therapist.

Vibration reception consists in the application of oscillatory-tremulous movements to a point or painful areas of the body, produced by the pads of one or more fingers, the palm, the elevation of the first finger, or all fingers clenched into a fist. Fingers are usually placed perpendicular or at an acute angle to the acupuncture points. On painful areas of the body, vibration is performed with the palm, fist, or elevation of the First Finger. In all cases, the massaging surface should fit snugly against the massaged area, and oscillatory-tremulous movements are directed into the depths of the tissues.

The force of pressure on the tissue can be constant or variable, then increase, then decrease. Therefore, the intended sensations can be different - from feelings of fullness to pain with irradiation.

Vibration is performed stably, that is, in one place, or labile - along the meridian or the entire painful area of ​​​​the body (see "Linear massage"). In addition, the vibration may be intermittent. In this case, the massage therapist's hand, in contact with the massaged surface of the body, each time breaks away from it, as a result of which the technique takes on the character of separate oscillatory-tremulous shocks following one after another.

The amplitude of vibrations should be minimal, and the frequency should be maximum, on average 160-200 vibrations per minute.

Vibration reception can be combined simultaneously with rotational movements, mainly in the delay phase at depth with pressure.

Vibration is a tedious technique for manual execution, and therefore special devices can be used to transmit vibration to the massaged area at different frequencies.

Most common mistakes when performing vibration reception: large amplitude and non-maximum rate of oscillatory movements; injury to the skin with a fingernail.

pressure reception it is mainly carried out with the help of the first finger, and you need to press on the point with the second phalanx from the shoulder, arching the finger, with the arm straightened (Fig. 76). If necessary, pressure on the point with greater strength it is necessary to put the fingers crosswise with the expectation that the strength of both fingers passes along the same line, but the lower finger would be more rounded. In addition to pressing with the 1st finger, the following varieties are used in acupressure: the second phalanges of the 2nd-4th fingers, the elevation of the 1st finger, the rib or base of the palm, with the burden of the 1st finger with the ulnar edge of the hand.

Direction of effort when performing pressure reception.

Fluoroplastic tip (1) with handle (2).

The pressure on the tissue can be constant or variable, then increase, then decrease. The force of pressure is different - from weak to strong, so the sensations envisaged are also different - from the appearance of a feeling of warmth and the appearance of redness to numbness.

Reception is laborious for a massage therapist, and in this regard, in acupressure, spherical tips with a diameter of 1 to 20 mm, made of plexiglass, hardwood (oak, boxwood), duralumin, ebonite, fluoroplast, can be used. The upper figure shows a fluoroplastic tip with a handle, which we use on large muscles (rational proposal No. 51020 dated 06/05/86).

Main mistakes when performing pressure reception: pressing with the first phalanx of the finger, which can lead to injury.

Three methods of acupressure are used: strong, medium and weak.

Strong- inhibitory, analgesic and relaxing (decrease in muscle tone) effect. Pressure is allowed with the force necessary to penetrate through all tissues to the skeletal system and reaching in intensity up to the pain threshold and irradiation. Rotational movements, vibration and pressure are performed periodically, that is, 20-30 s with increasing force and 5-10 s with decreasing pressure on the point. The total exposure time for each point is 5 minutes or more. As guidelines for dosage, you can use the appearance of a vasomotor reaction in the form of the disappearance of a pale spot after the cessation of pressure or the onset of muscle relaxation, clearly felt by a massaging finger.

In sports practice, a strong, inhibitory version of acupressure is mainly used for myogelosis, a distinct muscle hypertonicity.

Average method - a brake option that has a relaxing effect. The pressure is applied with a force penetrating to the muscles, until the intended sensations in the form of bursting, numbness and aches are obtained. The frequency of movements is small, 10-12 s with increasing effort and 3-5 s with decreasing pressure on the point. The total exposure time is 2-3 minutes for each point. The dosage criterion can be a vasomotor reaction in the form of a noticeable reddening of the skin at the massage sites.

It is widely used in all conditions and diseases associated with increased muscle tone.

Weak- an exciting option that has a stimulating effect in the hypotonic state of the muscles. To achieve a stimulating effect, the finger, rotating, vibrating or pressing, goes deep into the skin and subcutaneous tissue for 4-5 seconds, after which it comes off the skin for 1-2 seconds. The duration of exposure at each point is on average 1 min. It is used mainly in medical practice in combination with complexes of physiotherapy exercises.

With deep pressure in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe point under the finger, a small hole should form.

Applying this or that technique, you should carefully act on the point, perpendicular to the surface of the skin. Stroking and pressure should not break the skin, cause sharp pain.

Stroking should be continuous, and the movement of the fingers should be horizontal-rotating clockwise or vibrating. Vibration or rotation must be done at a certain pace (slowing down or accelerating). Rotation can be combined with slight pressure. Strong pressure should be short-lived. Usually pressure is applied with the pad of the thumb or middle finger, sometimes with the help of other fingers. Depending on the duration and intensity of exposure, there is a tonic or calming effect. From this follow two main methods of acupressure: tonic and soothing.

The tonic method is characterized by short strong pressures and the same quick removal of the finger from the point. Intermittent vibration is also characteristic of this method. The duration of exposure to a point by this method is from 30 to 60 seconds.

The soothing method is characterized by smooth, slow rotational movements (not shifting the skin) or pressure with the fingertips with a gradual increase in pressure and holding the finger at a depth. The movements are repeated 3-4 times, while the finger does not come off the point. The impact on the point with the calming method is continuous. The duration of exposure to each point is from 3 to 5 minutes.

The conditions for conducting a massage by one method or another are the same: before the massage, take a comfortable position, completely relax, distract yourself from extraneous thoughts, focusing all your attention on the massage. The desired result occurs sometimes during a massage session, sometimes - after it, in some cases - after a course of massage, consisting of several sessions. Often it is enough to act on 2-3 points to feel the positive effect of massage. Therefore, you should not rush to massage all the points. Firstly, it is necessary to follow a certain sequence, and secondly, do not rush to move from one point to another.

Indications and contraindications for acupressure and linear massage

Acupressure and linear massage has a number of advantages over other types of reflexology:

1) learning finger massage is much easier than, for example, acupuncture;

2) hygiene requirements during massage sessions are minimal and do not require any complex devices, disinfectants;

3) these types of massage can be carried out on an outpatient basis and in any forced conditions (on the street, in industrial premises);

4) the effectiveness of exposure in experienced massage therapists is not inferior to acupuncture;

5) finger massage is very convenient when providing emergency assistance, as well as in the form of self-massage;

6) point and linear self-massage is very effective for restoring working capacity and with physical fatigue.

Hygienic requirements for acupressure and linear massage are similar to those for manual classical massage and are widely described in the literature.

When using methods of reflexology in medical and sports practice, one should be guided by the indications and contraindications for these types of massage.

Main indications

The main indications for the use of acupressure and linear massage in practice are pain sensations of functional origin and hypertonicity of the muscular system, as well as the following diseases:

1. Neuroses.

Neuroses of fear.

hysterical neurosis.

Depressive neurosis.

Neurasthenia.

Separate neurotic syndromes such as hiccups, aerophagia, etc.

2. Diseases of the nervous system.

Neuritis of the facial nerve.

Trigeminal neuralgia.

Neuritis of the radial, ulnar, median nerves, brachial plexitis, sciatica.

Vegetative-vascular syndromes.

3. Diseases of the circulatory system.

Essential benign hypertension stage I.

Reflex angina.

Heart rhythm disturbances (extrasystole) not associated with severe pathology of the heart muscle. Hypotension.

4. Diseases of the digestive system.

Functional disorders of the esophagus.

Functional disorders of the stomach.

Functional bowel disorders.

5. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system of connective tissue.

Spondyloarthritis.

Osteoarthritis, deforming arthrosis, spondylosis, traumatic spondylopathy.

Arthritis (rheumatic, allergic).

Lumbago, intercostal myalgia, humeroscapular periarthritis.

6. Osteochondrosis of the spine.

Neurodystrophic syndromes of cervical and lumbar osteochondrosis.

Shoulder sciatica.

Radiculitis cervical.

Thoracic sciatica with visceral pain.

Lumbosacral sciatica.

Relative readings

Acupressure and linear massage can be considered as a symptomatic therapy for organic diseases of the nervous system and internal organs, in which there are structural changes in organs and systems. However, in some cases, positive changes and even delays in the process of the disease may appear, not to mention the general strengthening and psychotherapeutic effect of reflexology.

Contraindications

The main group of contraindications are:

1) benign tumors;

2) all malignant neoplasms of the organs of the lymphatic and hematopoietic tissue;

3) diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs;

4) sharp infectious diseases and febrile states of unknown etiology;

5) myocardial infarction;

6) thrombosis and embolism of veins in the acute period;

7) sharp exhaustion;

8) physical overstrain;

9) acute inflammatory processes of the musculoskeletal system;

10) tuberculosis;

11) gastric and duodenal ulcer;

12) mental disorders;

13) pregnancy;

14) advanced age.

It is not recommended to carry out acupressure in case of severe heart diseases, in the presence of pathology in the work of the kidneys, lungs, as well as at high body temperature. Do not resort to acupressure during menstruation, in a state of alcohol intoxication and on an empty stomach. sharp drops atmospheric pressure can also adversely affect the body if acupressure is performed.

It is forbidden to drink coffee, strong tea, alcoholic drinks, spicy and salty foods throughout the course of the massage. It is also not recommended to take a bath during a therapeutic massage course. It is best to take a short warm shower or wash each part of the body separately, taking a break of several hours.

In matters of indications and contraindications for the use of acupressure and linear massage, it is not enough to be guided only by the nosological principle, it is necessary to take into account individual symptoms and syndromes of diseases, individual reactivity. For example, acupressure as a method of analgesic (pain-relieving) action can be used for benign tumors with a sharp pain syndrome and for other diseases.

Additionally, it should be borne in mind that acupressure and linear massage after physiotherapeutic procedures can be carried out after 3-4 hours and not earlier than 3 months after X-ray therapy, taking large doses of narcotic, psychotropic drugs and steroid hormones.

Acupressure for nausea and vomiting

All points are shown in the figures (see below)

Nausea and vomiting are symptoms that accompany many diseases. gastrointestinal tract. It is completely futile to treat them without knowing the causes that caused them, since the main cause of these conditions will not be eliminated. However, using acupressure, you can alleviate your condition. To do this, it is advisable to massage the following points:

3.36 - Zu-san-li.

8.21 - Yu-men. The point is symmetrical, located 2 cun below the junction of the sternum with the xiphoid process and 0.5 cun away from the midline.

9.6 — Nei Kuan ("Inner Opener"). The point is located 2 cun above the wrist crease on the median line of the forearm, between the tendons in the depression between the ulna and the radius. Refers to points of general action. The location of the point corresponds to the median nerve passing in depth.

The point is also used in the treatment of pain in the heart, tachycardia, myocarditis, pain in the elbow and shoulder, with increased blood pressure, gastric and duodenal ulcers, as well as bronchial asthma and neurosis.

12.2 - Xing-jian. The point is located on the foot, 0.5 cun outward from the interdigital fold, between the thumb and second toe.

14.12 - Zhong-wan ("Middle Channel"). The point is located 4 cun above the navel in the midline of the abdomen.

Acupressure for chronic gastritis

Treatment of chronic gastritis must be comprehensive. Acupressure can be successfully used in the treatment of chronic gastritis in combination with other traditional methods.

In the treatment of chronic gastritis, the following points should be massaged.

3.25 - Tian-shu. The point is used in the treatment of chronic diseases of the stomach, intestines, chronic cholecystitis, menstrual disorders, urinary retention.

3.36 - Zu-san-li. The point is stimulated in the treatment of gastric ulcer, gastritis, functional diseases of the central nervous system, diseases of the oral cavity, hypertension, psoriasis.

8.21 -Yu-men.

12.2 - Xing-jian. The point is located on the foot, 0.5 cun outside the interdigital crease between the big and second toes.

13.14 - Da-zhui.

14.12 — Zhong-wan. Refers to points of general action.

In the region of the point are the epigastric artery and branches of the intercostal nerves.

The point is also used in the treatment of pain in the stomach, intestines, nausea, stomach ulcers, gastroduodenitis, gastritis, cholecystitis, asthenic conditions and neuroses.

14.14 — Ju Que. The point is located 2 cun below the junction of the sternum with the xiphoid process.

It is advisable to massage the lower thoracic spine with your hands or with a masseur. Massage your feet using a rolling pin.

To do this, sitting on the floor, put your feet on a rolling pin and roll it.

The following exercise has a beneficial effect on the digestive tract.

Massage your index fingers.

Then sit on a chair, rest your palms on the seat, straighten your arms, lift your legs, keeping them parallel to the floor, and try to lift your body off the chair. If you succeed, stay in this position for 5 seconds and repeat the exercise 5 times, and then, after a short break, do the exercise again.

Acupressure for neurocirculatory dystonia

Neurocirculatory dystonia is a functional disease of the cardiovascular system, which is accompanied by pain in the region of the heart; possible increase or decrease in blood pressure. The diagnosis of neurocirculatory dystonia is established by a doctor. Pain in neurocirculatory dystonia is burning, shooting, pulling, piercing in nature, usually localized in the region of the heart, does not radiate, lasts a long time, is stopped (removed) by taking validol, corvalol, and also during exercise. In the complex of measures for the treatment of neurocirculatory dystonia, along with the normalization of lifestyle, the reduction of stress, the observance of the regime of work and rest, and the use of medications, acupressure can play an important role, which helps to reduce pain or get rid of it. In this disease, massage of the following points is recommended.

5.5 - Tun-li. The point is located 1 cun above the proximal fold of the wrist joint, between the flexor tendons.

5.7 — Shenmen ("Gate of the Spirit"). The point is located on the arm, in the anterior region, in the inner section of the proximal wrist fold, between the tendons of the flexors of the fingers.

9.6-Nei-guan.

It is also possible to use other points.

3.36 - Zu-san-li.

4.6 - San-ying-chiao.

13.48 — Bao Huang. The point is located outward from the center of the gap between the vestiges of the spinous processes of the 2nd and 3rd lumbar vertebrae.

2.37 - Huh. The point is located outward from the center of the gap between the spinous processes of the 3rd and 4th thoracic vertebrae.

Contrast foot baths also help relieve pain in the heart area. To do this, you need to take two basins, one of them with water at a temperature of 40-42 ° C, and the other half as much (20-21 ° C). The feet are dipped into a hot bath; when they get warm, dip their feet in cool water; as soon as a feeling of chilliness appears, they again lower their legs into hot water. This procedure is repeated several times, ending cold water and then rub your feet with a terry towel until redness. For the elderly, the water temperature may be reduced to 37°C, while the use of a contrast shower may be recommended for young people.

To relieve pain, you can use a hot bath (41-42 ° C) for 7-10 minutes for the right hand.

Acupressure for hypertension

The use of acupressure can be a powerful adjuvant in the complex treatment of hypertension. However, before

use acupressure, you must always consult with your doctor, as only he can determine the presence of contraindications to such treatment. In the treatment of hypertension, it is necessary to control the level of blood pressure. It is necessary to take into account the individual reaction, as well as the dynamics of blood pressure when exposed to certain groups of points, and the most favorable of them should be used for repeated exposures. It is not recommended to carry out acupressure on your own in case of cerebrovascular accident and other complications of hypertension.

Most often, massage of the following points is used to treat hypertension.

3.36 - Zu-san-li.

9.b-Nei-guan.

4.6 — San-yin-jiao.

The point affects both the maximum (systolic) and minimum (diastolic) blood pressure and is one of the most important in the treatment of hypertension.

2.11 - Qu-chi.

3.44 — Nei-ting ("Lower Hall"). The point is located between the heads of the II and III metatarsal bones. This is where the dorsal artery and dorsal nerve are located. The point is used for diseases of the stomach, small intestine, oral mucosa, headache, inflammatory diseases of the joints of the feet, sleep disorders.

2.15 - Jianyu ("shoulder bed"). The point is located above the shoulder joint, between the acromial process of the scapula and the greater tubercle of the humerus and corresponds to the cavity formed during passive abduction of the arm. The location of the point corresponds to the middle of the deltoid muscle.

Point massage is recommended for diseases of the upper limbs, radiculitis, shoulder plexitis, neuritis, arthritis and arthrosis of the shoulder joint. The point is part of the collar zone, which is why it is used for autonomic disorders, pathology of the small pelvis.

12.14 - Qi-men 403].

5.7 - Shen-men. Point massage is carried out with a decrease in appetite, pain in the region of the heart, paroxysmal tachycardia of a neurogenic nature. The impact on this point is especially indicated for neurosis, depression, anxiety, fear, memory loss and attention.

1 and 5-Jiu-wei.

9.7 - Da-ling ("Big Hill"). The point is located in the middle of the wrist fold in the area of ​​the wrist joint, between the tendons of the long palmar muscle and the radial flexor of the hand. The median nerve passes at the location of the point.

The point affects the maximum (systolic) blood pressure.

Acupressure for osteochondrosis of the spine

All points are shown in the pictures (see the article general about acupressure)

Osteochondrosis is one of the most common diseases of the ligamentous-articular apparatus. The development of the disease is associated with sedentary and in a sedentary manner life, poor posture, excessive physical activity. The use of acupressure at home can be an effective tool in the treatment of this disease.

Before starting a massage session, it is advisable to use universal points that are used for various diseases:

3.36 (Tzu-san-ly). Then you should start massaging the points located on the meridian of the bladder. All of them are located on the back.

7.22 - San-jiao-shu. The point is symmetrical, located 1.5 cun away from the depression under the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra.

7.23 - Shen-shu. The point is used in the treatment of kidney disease, pain in the lumbar region, menstrual disorders, hearing loss, diabetes, hemorrhoids and intestinal colic.

7.24 - Chi-hai-shu.

7.25 - Da-chan-shu.

7.26 - Kuan-yuan-shu. The location of the point is the same as 7.25 (Da-chan-shu), only under the 5th lumbar vertebra.

7.60 - Kun-lun ("The name of the mountain in Tibet"). The point is located in the middle of the depression between the center of the outer ankle and the calcaneal tendon, at the level of the top of the ankle. Refers to points of general action. The location of the point corresponds to the location of the short peroneal muscle, the posterior artery of the ankle and the sural nerve.

Point massage is indicated for headaches, dizziness, pain in the neck, back, lower back, diseases of the pelvic organs, ankle joint, arterial hypertension, neuroses and insomnia.

13.4 — Ming-men ("Gate of life"). The point is located directly between the spinous processes of the 2nd and 3rd lumbar vertebrae. In this area are the posterior branches of the lumbar artery and the posterior branches of the lumbar plexus.

The point is massaged for headaches, radicular pain syndrome of lumbar localization, neuroses, especially those combined with insomnia, asthenic conditions, hemorrhoids, intestinal colic, dysfunction of the pelvic organs.

Acupressure for neurasthenia

Neurasthenia is one of the most common types of neurosis, which is manifested by increased excitability and irritability, combined with fatigue and exhaustion. A patient with neurasthenia quickly falls asleep, but also quickly wakes up from the slightest rustle, reactions of irritation, resentment and anger easily occur, but they are short-lived, as exhaustion sets in quickly. In some cases, neurasthenia is the result of mental overwork or the chronic effect of a psychotraumatic situation. There are two main forms of neurasthenia: a) hypersthenic, which is clinically manifested by symptoms of increased excitability, and b) hyposthenic, characterized by lethargy, apathy, and drowsiness. The choice of a formula for acupressure depends on the clinical manifestations of the disease and is determined by the leading pathological symptom. The principles of treatment of neurasthenia and the main points for acupressure are as follows.

13.14-Da-zhui.

7.60 - Kun-lun.

13.20 - Bai-hui.

2.11 -Qui-chi.

In the case of pronounced tearfulness, emotional instability, a good effect has an effect on the following points.

2.4-He-gu. 7.10 - Tian-chzhu 399].

7.15-Gao-huang.

7.34 - Xia-lyao. The point is located below the waist, above the 4th sacral foramen.

14.4 - Guan yuan. The point is located in the midline below the navel by 3 cun.

Insomnia

If you suffer from insomnia, instead of using sleeping pills, we recommend massaging the following points before going to bed.

4.6 - San-yin-jiao.

5.7 - Shen-men. 7.10 - Tian-chzhu 399]. 9.6 - Nei-guan. 11.20-Feng-chi. .SH4-Da-zhui)