Several Contraindications of Foot Massage

"Rubbing the soles of the feet" is a traditional Chinese health preservation method. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, many acupoints are concentrated on the soles of the feet. Regularly massaging these areas can effectively regulate human metabolism, promote endocrine balance, and achieve health benefits and disease prevention. For example, the "Yongquan" point, as its name suggests, is the source of vital energy in the body. Stimulating this point helps restore vitality, promote health, and extend longevity.
Based on self-symptoms, locate the corresponding area and use techniques such as rubbing, kneading, pressing, or applying pressure to stimulate the relevant acupoints. The reflex zones for various parts of the body—except for the reflex points of head organs located on the opposite foot—are all on the same side of the foot.
Massage should pay attention to the following points:
1. Do not massage within one hour after eating; continuous stimulation on one spot should generally not exceed 5 minutes.
2. When using fingers for massage, keep nails trimmed; when using other tools, ensure they are smooth and free of sharp edges to avoid skin damage. Mild pain, fatigue, or dry mouth during massage (more noticeable in arthritis patients) are normal phenomena.
3. Drink warm water above 50°C within 30 minutes after massage (patients with kidney or heart disease may drink only 150cc).
4. Patients with heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, or epilepsy should limit massage time to no more than 10 minutes.
5. After massage, capillaries are dilated and body temperature slightly increases. Avoid washing the massaged area with cold water or wiping it with a cold towel. (Deng Qingyin)