Chinese medicine believes that abdominal distension is mostly related to stagnant diet and poor qi, etc. When treating abdominal distension, you can choose acupoints that have the function of strengthening the spleen, eliminating food and regulating qi to be pressed and kneaded, such as the mid-epigastric region and the foot Sanli.
1. Middle Epigastric Point: This point is located in the upper abdomen, 4 inches above the umbilicus, on the midline, and can be used to treat abdominal distension, stomach pain, and nausea (lack of appetite and reduced food intake).
2. Foot Sanli Point: This point is located on the lateral side of the lower leg, 3 inches below the calf’s nose, 1 transverse finger outside the anterior ridge of the tibia, on the line between the calf’s nose and Xiexi. This point is commonly used in the treatment of digestive disorders, and has a regulatory effect on the peristalsis of the stomach, which can improve indigestion, bloating and diarrhea, constipation and other conditions.
In addition, for Chinese medicine kneading techniques should pay attention to moderate and rhythmic strength, not too much force.
Patients with abdominal distension are advised to go to regular hospitals for treatment under the guidance of professional physicians.