Self-Tuina for Chronic Hepatitis
1. Tuina for Liver Enlargement and Pain
① Pressing Zusanli Point: Use the tip of the thumb or index finger to press both Zusanli points. Keep the fingertip fixed on the skin, gradually increasing pressure with steady, even force. This method helps soothe the liver, regulate qi, unblock meridians, relieve pain, and strengthen the body and spirit.
② Kneading the Hepatitis Point: Bend the lower limb at the knee and abduct it. Extend the thumb, grip the ankle with the other four fingers for support, and perform circular kneading with the thumb pad at the Hepatitis Point, located 2 cun above the inner ankle. This method helps unblock meridians, tonify deficiencies, drain excesses, and relieve pain.
2. Tuina for Low-Grade Fever
① Pinching Dazhui Point: Sit with head slightly forward. Use the thumb and index finger to pinch the skin at the Dazhui point, performing intermittent pinching and rubbing motions. This method helps unblock meridians, dispel wind-cold, strengthen vital energy, and expel pathogenic factors.
② Pressing Inner and Outer Guan Points: Use one hand’s thumb and index finger to press the Inner and Outer Guan points simultaneously, applying even pressure for 5 minutes until a heavy, aching sensation develops locally, sometimes radiating to the fingertips. This method helps regulate meridians and blood flow; once qi is balanced, low-grade fever subsides.