In the past two years, pediatric tuina has become particularly popular, and many tuina shops have opened one after another. Parents hope that their children are healthy and away from diseases, so they want to do pediatric tuina to achieve health benefits. In fact, although pediatric tuina has certain effects, it cannot be used as a cure for diseases. To treat diseases, it is necessary to seek professional hospitals and methods. So let me tell you the principle of pediatric tuina.
The principle of pediatric massage
Pediatric massage is actually aimed at stimulating acupoints to achieve digestive and other effects. Massage also has the function of promoting blood circulation and benefiting blood vessels. It is important to choose a reputable hospital for pediatric massage, as the acupoints and intensity of the massage can be better controlled to avoid unnecessary harm caused by improper massage.
The role of pediatric massage
1. Enhance skin resistance
Skin is the human tissue that directly receives massage therapy. The proportion of infant skin to the whole body is larger than that of adults. In addition, infants have abundant blood vessels and a vascular network close to the epidermis, making them sensitive to external stimuli. Massage can enhance the secretion of sebaceous glands and sweat glands, clear away dead and shed epithelial cells, and change skin metabolism. Techniques such as rubbing, kneading, rubbing, and tapping can easily cause the dilation of skin capillaries, increase skin temperature, and enhance the skin's defense function.
2. Enhance the immunity of infants and young children
The organs of infants and young children are delicate and their functions are not fully developed. Therefore, babies have weaker resistance and defense against various diseases, making them more susceptible to various illnesses.
3. Enhance appetite and promote digestion
Touching and massaging infants and young children can stimulate the body to produce more appropriate hormones, promote the secretion of insulin and glucagon, and increase their food intake; Promote gastric acid secretion, strengthen gastric antrum contraction and digestive function, and facilitate food digestion and excretion.
Although pediatric tuina has certain benefits for the body, the effectiveness of tuina cannot be estimated. Parents should not blindly believe the promises and introductions of tuina shops. They should learn more about relevant knowledge and have a clear understanding before doing tuina. tuina mostly improves resistance, and some shops' exaggerated introductions are not easily believed.
