Can Tuina massage treat dizziness upon waking up in the morning?
Jan 23, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Introduction
Massage therapy, by stimulating specific acupoints and meridians of the body, can promote blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, and regulate nervous system function, thereby helping to alleviate dizziness symptoms. For morning dizziness caused by factors such as sleep deprivation, insufficient qi and blood, cervical spine problems, or mild cerebral hypoperfusion, massage therapy may have certain therapeutic effects.
Generally speaking, massage therapy can to some extent treat morning dizziness. The detailed explanation is as follows:
Massage therapy stimulates specific acupoints and meridians of the body, promoting blood circulation, relieving muscle tension, and regulating nervous system function, thereby helping to alleviate dizziness symptoms. For morning dizziness caused by insufficient sleep, deficiency of qi and blood, cervical spine problems, or mild cerebral ischemia, massage therapy may have certain therapeutic effects.
During the massage, use the fingertips to gently press or rotate the acupoints mentioned above. Each acupoint should be massaged for 5–10 minutes with moderate pressure, until a slight soreness or distension is felt. Additionally, ensure clean hands before starting the massage to avoid introducing bacteria. The pressure applied should be moderate to avoid causing injury due to excessive force. If symptoms of dizziness persist or worsen, timely medical consultation is necessary to rule out other health issues.
In addition to massage therapy, ensuring sufficient sleep daily, maintaining a nutritionally balanced diet, and moderately consuming foods rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals can also help alleviate dizziness symptoms. Choosing low-intensity forms of exercise and engaging in physical activity for about 30 minutes daily can help improve cardiopulmonary function and metabolic levels, thereby alleviating dizziness caused by insufficient cerebral blood supply.
