Illustrated Series on Natural Therapies for Common Diseases - Hypertension

Author: Zhang Huiqin / Country: Mainland China
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Publish Date: 2006-07-14
Features: Heart-Kidney Disharmony Type [Clinical Manifestations] The degree of elevated blood pressure fluctuates with the severity of the symptoms of this type. Clinical manifestations include dizziness, tinnitus, palpitations, chest tightness, anxiety, restlessness and insomnia, hot flashes with night sweats, nocturnal emissions, soreness in the lower back and knees, frequent or reduced nighttime urination, edema in the lower limbs, decreased appetite, red tongue without coating, and a thready, fine, rapid pulse. [Massage Techniques] ① Place both palms facing the face, with the thumbs pressing on the solar plexuses and the other four fingers on the hairline at the forehead. Perform circular massage 30 times. ② Separate both fingers naturally, with the fingers and palms, pressing firmly against the scalp. Use force, starting from the hairline at the forehead and sweeping downward to the neck 12 times. ③ Ring the Celestial Drums: Press both palms firmly against the ears, with the thumbs pointing downward and the other four fingers facing each other. Place the middle finger on the occipital bone, with the index finger pressing on the middle finger. Slide the index finger from the middle finger down to strike the occipital bone. Strike with force, and you should hear a dull thudding sound. Repeat 16 times. ④ Massage the Upper Limbs: Can be done in standing or sitting positions. Use the left hand to pinch and massage the right shoulder down to the back of the right hand, repeating 10 times. The method for the left upper limb is the same. This helps to relax muscles, promote blood circulation, and improve joint mobility. ⑤ Push and Press the Chest and Abdomen: Place both palms lightly on the breasts, with the palms and fingers