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Press and knead the following points: the iliac crest (Gb29), the posterior pelvic area (Gb30), 6-finger-breadths above the knees (St32), the inferior portion of the knees (St36), the external inferior portion of the knees (Gb34), the lower calf muscles (Bl57) and 3-finger-breadths above the inner malleolus of each ankle (Sp6); 20 times on each point. |
| 2. |
Rub the thigh: use the palm roots to rub the thigh muscle forcefully, from medially to laterally, 3-5 times on each leg. |
| 3. |
Knead the kneecap: stretch and relax the lower limb, use the thumb and index finger to knead the kneecap, do this about 10 times on each leg. |
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Grasp the lower leg: grasp the calf muscle gently, up and down about 10 times on each leg. |
| 5. |
Press and knead just below the knee (St36), 30 times on each leg. |
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Rapidly and forcefully pinch just below the knee on the lateral side (Gb34), 30 times on each leg. |
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Beat the lower leg: use the palms to beat the back of the lower leg, 20 times on each leg. |
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Rub the soles: use the lateral side of the hand to rub the center of the sole (Kl1), rub alternatively on both feet until they feel warm. |
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Rock the ankle joint: rotate the ankle joint first clockwise, then counterclockwise 20 times. |
| 10. |
Stand straight and lift one leg onto a stool; keep the leg straight while trying to bend the waist as much as possible, repeat with opposite leg. |
This massage helps relieve various symptoms in the lower limbs.
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| Massage to promote the lower limbs |
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