Where are the sinuses located in reflexology?

Where are the sinuses located in reflexology?

Working this point will help ease pain and tension behind the eyes and in the ears. 4. Sinus – Using your fingers or thumb of the other hand, move up and down the fingers from the base of the fingers to the tips and back. Working this point will help relieve congestion in the sinus.

Where should I massage if I have a stuffy nose?

Place each of your index and middle fingers on either side of your nose, just between your cheekbones and upper jaw. Try using your thumbs instead of your index fingers for stronger pressure. Gently massage this area using a circular motion. Repeat for around 30 seconds to a minute.

Is there a pressure point to drain sinuses?

Where are they located? As the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists note, the main pressure points that may help with sinus congestion or pain are in the face.

Where do you rub your feet to relieve sinus pressure?

Place your finger in the area between your big toe and the next toe. Slide your finger up your foot about two finger widths. This is where the pressure point is located. Press at this spot.

What does pressing on pressure points do?

In acupressure, pressure points are thought to be powerfully sensitive parts of the body. Some people believe that by applying pressure to our body’s pressure points, it can help relieve pain, establish balance, and improve health throughout the body.

How do you manually drain your sinuses?

Find the area between your nasal bone and the corner of the eyes. Hold a firm pressure in that spot with your fingers for about 15 seconds. Then, using your index fingers, stroke downward along the side of the bridge of your nose. Repeat the slow downward strokes for about 30 seconds.

How do you open a blocked nose?

Home Treatments

1. Use a humidifier or vaporizer.
2. Take long showers or breathe in steam from a pot of warm (but not too hot) water.
3. Drink lots of fluids.
4. Use a nasal saline spray.
5. Try a Neti pot, nasal irrigator, or bulb syringe.
6. Use a micro-current wave device.
7. Place a warm, wet towel on your face.
8. Prop yourself up.

How do I massage my sinuses to drain?

Can reflexology help sinusitis?

I have had some great results treating clients with Reflexology or Indian Head Massage for congested sinuses and headaches. Most have reported clearing of their acute symptoms by the end of a treatment or within 24 hours following one. Chronic sufferers may need more than one treatment.

Can reflexology help pregnant women?

Other women seek reflexology for support with common conditions that can arise during pregnancy such as constipation, low back pain, heartburn, anxiety, depression etc or to help prepare their body for birthing.

Why does my nose get stuffy when Im pregnant?

No one knows for sure, but hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause the lining of the nasal passages to swell and produce more mucus. You also have more blood circulating during pregnancy, which can make the tiny blood vessels inside your nose swell, leading to nasal congestion.

Is it safe to use stuffy nose medications during pregnancy?

It’s always better to ask your health care provider about any medications while pregnant. Saline irrigation is a popular and safe method for clearing up a stuffy nose if you’re pregnant and congested. This method uses saltwater to wash out the nasal passages.

Can reflexology cause a miscarriage?

Although there is a small risk of miscarriage in any pregnancy there is no evidence that reflexology can cause a miscarriage or increase the risk. Many women find the support reflexology offers of great benefit at this time. Do check the reflexologist has experience and training in Maternity Reflexology.