Premenstrual Tension Syndrome Massage

The massage method for PMS is that you can press and knead acupoints such as Hegu, Sanyinjiao and Taichong. Premenstrual tension syndrome (PMS) refers to the symptoms of irritability, lethargy, sleepiness, insomnia, dizziness, headache, migraine, breast distension, sore throat, hoarseness, chest tightness, diarrhea, arthralgia, urticaria, and itchy skin, etc., which occurs about 1 week before menstruation, and then decreases or disappears suddenly after menstruation. The operation mode of massage is to use the threaded surface of the thumb or middle finger, the root of the palm to focus on the patient’s body surface or acupoints, and the fingers or forearms to apply active force for rhythmic massage. Acupuncture points such as Hegu, Sanyinjiao, and Taichong can be pressed and kneaded. Hegu is located on the back of the hand, between the 1st and 2nd metacarpal bones, at the midpoint of the radial side of the second metacarpal bone. Sanyinjiao is located on the inner side of the lower leg, 3 inches above the tip of the inner ankle, at the posterior margin of the medial border of the tibia. Taichong, located in the dorsum of the foot, the first and second metatarsal bone union anterior depression. For massage therapy, it is recommended that you visit a professional healthcare facility.