Methods for Massaging Children with Food Stagnation and Mouth Ulcers
Disease description:
My daughter really likes eating meat, and after eating too much she developed a fever. After the high fever subsided, she still didn't feel like eating anything. I noticed she also has mouth ulcers. Giving medication to the child is quite difficult—do you have any massage techniques that can help relieve her symptoms? Are there specific massage methods for children with food accumulation and mouth ulcers?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
The following are massage methods for children's indigestion and mouth ulcers:
1. Parents can choose specific acupoints for gentle massage, such as the Xiaotianxin point (located in the palm between the fourth and fifth metacarpal bones), the Sifeng point (located at the midpoint of the transverse creases of the finger joints), and the Liufu point (located in the lower abdomen, 4 cun below the navel). Massaging these acupoints can help promote digestion and absorption, clear away heat and toxins, thereby alleviating symptoms of indigestion and mouth ulcers.
2. During massage, the technique should be gentle, avoiding excessive force. It is recommended to perform the massage twice daily, each session lasting 5-10 minutes. Additionally, dietary adjustments can be made in conjunction, selecting easily digestible and nutritionally balanced foods, while avoiding high-fat and spicy foods to reduce the burden on the digestive system.
3. If symptoms persist or worsen, it is advised to seek medical attention promptly and use medication under the guidance of a physician. Through comprehensive regulation, symptoms of indigestion and mouth ulcers in children can be effectively alleviated.
