When an infant develops flatulence, the massage techniques that can usually be performed include pressing and kneading the Tianshu acupoints, nodding and kneading the Zhongguo acupoints, and belly rubbing. It is recommended to operate under the guidance of a doctor.
1. Pressing and kneading Tianshu point: Tianshu point is located in the abdomen, horizontally flat in the umbilicus, 2 inches away from the anterior midline. With the baby lying on his back, find the right position and use the index and middle fingers to press and knead the Tianshu points on both sides at the same time for 3-5 minutes.
2. Knead the middle epigastric point: the middle epigastric point is located in the upper abdomen, 4 inches above the umbilicus, on the anterior midline. After finding the right position, use the fingertips of the index finger and middle finger to press and knead the epigastric point at the same time for 3-5 minutes.
3. Abdomen rubbing: With the infant lying on his/her back, you can use the palm surface or four fingers to rub the abdomen for 5 minutes.
If the infant has flatulence, parents are advised to bring it to the doctor in time to avoid delay.