With the fast pace of modern life and the rise of air-conditioning sickness and computer-related ailments, more and more office workers are struggling with poor sleep. We now introduce a set of massage exercises designed to rescue your sleep—pay close attention!
【1】Face Smoothing
Form fingers into bows, place the inner side of the second phalanges against Yintang, and smoothly press and glide from the glabella toward the temples, repeating about 40 times. >>> Expert Talk on Sleep Issues
【2】Hand-Warming Facial Rubbing
First warm your hands; if palms are rough, apply a small amount of moisturizer. Then press palms firmly against the forehead and rub downward forcefully to the jawline, repeating about 10 times. >>> Insomnia Special Report
【3】Rubbing the Back of the Head
Use the thumb pads to firmly press and rotate the Fengchi points, then rub the back of the head about 30 times—until a sense of soreness and distension is felt.
【4】Massaging the Earlobe
The human body and internal organs have corresponding reflex zones on the earlobes. Massaging the earlobes helps regulate overall bodily functions, promotes blood circulation, and benefits health. >>> Six Massage Methods to “Push Away” Insomnia
【5】Tapping Zusanli
This point lies 10 cm lateral to the knee cap. Lightly tap until a tingling, numb, or distended sensation is felt.
>>> Sleep Special Report
【6】Foot Soaking with Pebbles
Place small pebbles at the bottom of a basin, pour in warm water, and soak feet while stepping on the pebbles for 20 minutes.
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Caution: Insomnia not only affects mental state but also impacts other bodily functions. The most prominent consequence is gastrointestinal disorders.
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<p align=right>Editor: Han Bing