How to massage acupoints to help relieve migraine symptoms

　　In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, migraine is considered to belong to the categories of "headache", "head wind", "convex headache" and so on. From ancient times to the present, various doctors believe that the cause of migraine is mainly caused by the dysfunction of liver, spleen, kidney and other organs on the basis of exogenous evil, internal injury of emotions, improper diet, and long-term illness causing blood stasis. The following acupuncture points can help relieve migraine headaches.

　　Massage these acupoints to relieve migraines

　　Fengchi point

　　Location: Located on the neck, below the occipital bone, level with Fengfu, in the depression between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the upper end of the trapezius muscle.

　　Massage and kneading method: straighten the food and middle fingers of both hands together, massage the left and right acupoints with the fingertips, and massage the left and right acupoints simultaneously for 1 to 3 minutes each time until the patient's headache is significantly relieved.

　　temple

　　Location: In front of the auricle, on both sides of the forehead, above the extension line of the outer corner of the eye, in the depression behind the eyebrow tips.

　　Massage and kneading method: straighten the food and middle fingers of both hands together, and massage the left and right acupoints with the fingertips at the same time, for 1 to 3 minutes each time, until the patient's headache is significantly relieved.

　　Hegu point

　　Position: Take the horizontal stripe on the inside of the right thumb (the first phalangeal joint) and align it with the tiger's mouth of the left hand (on the edge of the web between the thumb and index finger), where the right thumb presses down.

　　Massage and kneading method: When massaging and kneading, you can massage alternately with both hands, press the Hegu point vertically with your thumb flexion, and do a tight and then loose massage, the frequency is once every 2 seconds. The pressure needs to have a certain intensity, and it is appropriate to feel soreness, numbness, and swelling under the acupoints. Note: People with poor physical fitness should not undergo strong stimulation. Pregnant women should avoid massaging Hegu point.

　　Sugu point

　　Location: On the head, 1.5 inches directly above the tip of the ear.

　　Massage and kneading method: Press the acupoints with the pulps of the middle fingers of both hands for 10 to 15 minutes, until the patient's headache is significantly relieved.

　　Baihui Point

　　Location: Located on the head, in the center of the head, directly above the midpoint of the line connecting the tips of the two ears.

　　Massage and kneading method: tap Baihui point with your right hand, 10 times each time, to relieve migraine headaches.

　　Migraine dietary remedies

　　1. Stewed pig brain with yam and wolfberry

　　Ingredients: 30 grams each of Chinese yam and wolfberry, 1 pig brain, appropriate amounts of rice wine and refined salt.

　　Preparation and usage: Tear off the fascia of the pig brain and soak it in water for later use. Wash the Chinese yam and wolfberry, add the pig brains to the pot and add an appropriate amount of water to stew.

　　After cooking for about two hours, add an appropriate amount of rice wine and refined salt to the pot, and simmer for about 10 minutes.

　　Usage: This prescription can be taken once every three days.

　　Efficacy and indications: This recipe has the effect of nourishing the liver and kidneys, replenishing qi and yin, and is especially suitable for migraine patients with symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue and pale complexion.

　　2. Celery porridge

　　Ingredients: 12 grams of celery, 250 grams of japonica rice.

　　Preparation and usage: First wash the celery and then cut it into fine pieces along with the roots. After washing the japonica rice, put it into a pot, add an appropriate amount of water to make porridge, then after the rice is cooked, add chopped celery and cook for about 5 minutes.

　　Usage: This prescription can be taken once a day.

　　Efficacy and indications: This prescription has the effect of clearing heat and relieving pain, and is especially suitable for migraine patients with symptoms such as irritability and red complexion.

　　3. Chrysanthemum porridge

　　Ingredients: 15 grams of chrysanthemum, 100 grams of japonica rice.

　　Preparation and usage: Wash the japonica rice, put it into a pot and add an appropriate amount of water to make porridge. When the rice is cooked, add chrysanthemums and cook for about 5 minutes. This prescription can be taken once a day, preferably with breakfast.

　　Efficacy and indications: This prescription has the effect of clearing liver fire and dissipating wind and heat. It is especially suitable for migraine patients with symptoms such as irritability and red complexion.