Acupressure facial massage is fundamentally different from the classic combination of several areas - philosophical, energetic and therapeutic. Eastern healers have invested in this technique, deep knowledge accumulated over thousands of years about the human body. Thanks to this, acupressure remains one of the most powerful medical procedures.
The massage technique involves pressing the pads of vibrating fingers at certain points in a strictly vertical direction. The thumb and forefinger are best suited for execution . Allowed up to 9 vibrations clockwise and up to 9 in the opposite direction. After that, the finger is gently lifted from the face and the action is repeated. The recommended massage time for one point is about 3 minutes.
Acupressure facial massage with a wide spectrum of action is used as an independent treatment, as well as in combination with other procedures. In case of neurosis, insomnia, migraine, vegetative-vascular dystonia, headache and dizziness, the following points are subject to massage: in the middle of the temporal cavity between the tip of the ear and the end of the eyebrow; in the center of the nose; at the beginning of the eyebrow; a point located 0.5 cm from the outer corner of the eye.
In case of speech disorder, eye tics, dizziness, massage of a point 1 cm below the level of the eye pupil is effective.
An ambulance for stress, fear, a surge of negative emotions is a massage point in the center of the inner area of the chin.
Acupressure for colds quickly copes with a runny nose, lacrimation and swelling of the sinuses. In this case, it is important to massage the following points: at the inner corner of the eye; just above the earlobe; at the middle of the outer edge of the wing of the nose; at the inner edge of the eyebrow over the inner corner of the eye.
In cosmetology, massage points are used as a means to smooth out wrinkles, natural skin regeneration and pore cleansing. The process includes preheating and stroking the face. After preparation, they begin acupressure of the face from the middle of the forehead, go to the eyebrows, wings of the nose, lips and chin. Last whiskey and ears are massaged. A valuable advantage of this procedure is a specific technique, due to which there is no stretching of the skin.
Among those who are engaged in mental work, acupuncture of shiatsu received well-deserved recognition. This is a special technique aimed at replenishing vitality and stimulating mental abilities. In addition, it reduces psycho-emotional stress and reduces body fatigue caused by sedentary work.
This type of massage consists of many techniques. Among them, there are several simple ones, the implementation of which does not take much time and does not require special skills:
- Press on the whiskey with three fingers.
- Press on the back of the neck with four fingers.
- Press the back of the head with your thumbs.
Shiatsu massage should be started with light touches, gradually increasing pressure. With mild weakness, it is enough to do it for a minute. With a greater loss of strength, it is recommended to extend the time to 3 minutes.
Acupressure of the face and body is a procedure that can be performed independently, without the help of a specialist. But a prerequisite for its effectiveness is knowledge of the location of points responsible for certain body systems.