Acupuncture massage is based on theories about the internal energy of qi, meridians, blood, internal organs and collaterals.
A small fact-finding information for those who are not familiar with oriental medicine:
1.Tsi is the vital energy that permeates the whole world, and which is available to every living being. Qi flows through the human body, fills every cell, every organ, bone and muscle with life. If the blood flows through the vessels, then the qi moves along the meridians (this is also a kind of vessel).
Qi can not be seen, you can only feel it. However, as well as meridians (many doctors have tried to find them on the human body, but these searches have not been successful). It is for this reason that "skeptics" were born about the whole system of recovery.
According to eastern medicine, the functioning of human organs directly depends on the state of qi. The energy must be in equilibrium. Its excess or deficiency leads to malfunctioning of the organs and the entire body system. For example, if there is a lack of Qi of the heart, a person may feel unreasonable anxiety, a heart palpitations, insomnia overcomes him. Therefore, in the treatment of certain diseases, Eastern doctors, by acting on special points (acupuncture), restore the normal flow of energy, remove the blocks in its path and stimulate the work of internal organs. For this, not only massage, but also acupuncture can be used.
By the way, the energy of "chi" in Japan is called "ki" energy, and in India - "prana".
2.Collaterali - offshoots of meridians.
Meridians and collaterals completely permeate the human body. The energy of qi circulates through them. Inside they form a connection with the organs. And going out, connect them to the skin, muscles, bones and outer holes in the body (eyes, ears, mouth, nostrils, genitals).
Acupuncture massage is performed by pressing, rubbing, and stroking of various meridians, acupuncture points, muscles. These actions are carried out with the help of hands and fingers. The intensity of exposure can be different.
Currently, acupuncture massage is very popular, which can be explained by its effectiveness, safety and simplicity. One of its advantages is that it can be used by people of any gender and age, except for people who suffer from certain diseases. About contraindications to acupuncture massage - a little later, and now we will talk about the requirements that you need to know.
So, firstly, acupuncture massage can be performed not only by a doctor, but also by a family member, as well as by the patient himself. With an independent mastering of the massage, for the beginning it is necessary to put the exact diagnosis of the disease (if, of course, you are not engaged in the prevention). Otherwise, instead of a positive effect, you can get a completely opposite result.
Secondly, manipulations should be carried out with a little effort, gradually increasing it. At the end of the session, the effort should again be small (as at the beginning of the massage).
Thirdly, if the massage is performed by a family member, then he must take this case very seriously and with full responsibility, focus on the correct execution of the massage and constantly monitor the patient's reaction to this or that effect.
Fourthly, before the beginning of massage the patient should accept the most convenient for it pose.
Fifthly, in order to prevent any damage to the patient's body, auxiliary protective equipment such as a sheet, talc or liquid paraffin may be used during the massage.
One session usually lasts 15-30 minutes (depending on the patient's condition). Duration 7-10 days.
Now about the contraindications to the acupuncture massage: for malignant tumors, acute infectious diseases, open fractures, tuberculosis, purulent arthritis, with severe overwork, with severe heart disease, massage can not be done.
Make friends with this wonderful therapeutic and prophylactic method of recovery. And then you will open the door to the world of health and longevity.