We experience gas, bulging, and other stomach-related side effects every now and then. Nonetheless, these side effects can show up more habitually for individuals with sensitive stomachs and may require treatment.
Pressure point massage is a sort of customary Chinese medication that is accepted to be viable for gas, bulging, and stomach torment, among different conditions.
In recent times, conventional methods — like needle therapy and pressure point massage — have become mainstream options compared to some Western procedures.
Pressure point massage is a kind of conventional Chinese back rub treatment that centers around invigorating different pressing factors focused around the body. Kneading these pressing factor focuses is accepted to help control the progression of energy around the body, just as emphatically impacts general digestion. Pressure point massage said to assist with the arrival of gas, but at the same time, it’s accepted to benefit other stomach-related conditions, for example, stomach pain and clogging.
Acupressure practitioner Arpit Bhushan suggests these acupressure points relax gas and bloating.
1- Zusanli (ST36)
Zusanli, also known as ST36, is located on the stomach meridian and is thought to influence:
- upper abdominal organs
- parasympathetic nervous system
- master energy
Place two fingers on the zusanli point, move fingers in a circular motion using gentle, firm pressure, massage for 2–3 minutes and repeat on the other leg.
2- Weishu (BL21)
Weishu, also known as BL21, is located on the bladder meridian and is thought to influence:
- abdominal pain
- gastrointestinal disorders
It is located at 6 inches above the small of the back and 1 1/2 inches outward on either side of the spine.
To massage this point, place one to two fingers on the weishu point, apply gentle pressure in a circular motion, and massage for 1–2 minutes. Do not massage this point if you have any contraindicated conditions, such as a slipped disk or spine weakness.
3- Zhongwan (CV12)
Zhongwan, also known as CV12, is also located on the conception vessel meridian and is believed to influence:
- upper abdominal organs
- yang organs, including the bladder and gallbladder
It is located at 4 inches above the navel.
In order to massage this point, place two to three fingers on the zhongwan point, apply gentle pressure in a circular motion, making sure not to press too hard, massage for 2–3 minutes.
4- Qihai (CV6)
Qihai, also known as CV6, is located on the conception vessel meridian and is thought to influence:
- lower abdominal organs
- overall energy
It is located at 1 1/2 inches below the navel.
In order to massage this point, place two to three fingers on the point location, using gentle pressure, move fingers in a circular motion, make sure not to press too hard, as this area can be sensitive, massage for 2–3 minutes.
