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General Discussion of Massage Maneuvers(C)
Digit-pressing maneuver:
Manipulation: The tip or knuckle of thumb and the proximal knuckle of index finger may be used to apply a pressure to the acupoints or areas in a more limited space and with a heavier force to produce a stronger stimulation than in the pressing maneuver. The acupoints for applying pressure must be accurately located without any shift from the correct location through the manipulation, and the strength applied to the acupoints may fluctuate over a wide range (Fig. 3-2)
Manipulation: The tip or knuckle of thumb and the proximal knuckle of index finger may be used to apply a pressure to the acupoints or areas in a more limited space and with a heavier force to produce a stronger stimulation than in the pressing maneuver. The acupoints for applying pressure must be accurately located without any shift from the correct location through the manipulation, and the strength applied to the acupoints may fluctuate over a wide range (Fig. 3-2)
There are some modifications of the digit-pressing maneuver. For example, a rubber finger glove is put on the index finger and its proximal knuckle is used to apply this maneuver; the tip and lateral border of little finger may also be used to apply pressure while it is supported by the thumb and ring finger.
Indications: Digit-pressing is usually applied more forcibly to the fissures of the bones or to more limited spots. It is often used to treat acute or painful diseases.
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