The first of these is to stop the hiccups by using deep breathing, abdominal massage, pinching and pressing the middle finger, taking medication and acupressure, as follows: 1. Deep breathing, long inhalation and exhalation repeatedly several times, or holding your breath for a period of time, can effectively relieve hiccups. 2. Abdominal massage, repeatedly rubbing the belly clockwise in the abdomen can promote blood circulation in the abdomen and help relieve abdominal distention, belching and hiccups. 3.