The acupoint massage techniques for cough relief are based on pressing and kneading.
There are finger presses and palm presses. Finger press is to straighten the thumb or middle finger, the remaining four fingers are naturally flexed, the threaded surface of the finger is sucked in the treatment point; palm press is to suck the root of the palm in the treatment point. After suction fixation, then gradually press downward vertically with force for 5~8 seconds and then relax, one pressing and one releasing as one operation, repeat 10~20 times.
There are finger kneading and palm kneading methods. Single finger, double finger or palm root suction set a certain point, the wrist and arm relaxation, do the wrist joint driven forearm rotation action. The kneading method should be continuous, the force gradually increased and then slowly reduced, evenly and gently back and forth rotating back to the ring.
After the patient is sitting or lying in a comfortable position, massage can be performed. Depending on the individual’s level of skill, choose to press or knead. When operating, it is preferable to experience a feeling of soreness and swelling, and it is important not to exert too much force, which may cause tissue damage.
The specific operation should be carried out by a professional physician, please do not operate on your own, in order to avoid adverse consequences.