Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs. This disease is quite common and dangerous. Pneumonia can start in almost anyone. However, the disease is more dangerous for children and the elderly, as their immune systems are weakened and unable to cope with some diseases on their own.
Signs of illness
Home treatment of pneumonia in adults and children should begin with a visit to the doctor. The specialist prescribes not only medication, but also a massage. However, first you need to find out the diagnosis. Signs of pneumonia include:
- Wheezing may occur.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Pale, bluish skin in places.
- Increased body temperature (about 39°C), which is not brought down by antipyretic drugs and lasts more than 5 days.
- Sputum is yellow.
Complex Therapy
Inflammation of the lungs is a disease that can have varying degrees of severity and character. Much depends on the chosen therapy. If a severe degree of pneumonia is diagnosed, then immediate hospitalization is required. In this case, the patient is obliged to comply with bed rest, as well as follow all the doctor's prescriptions, which usually include taking antipyretics, multivitamins, and drugs with an antibacterial effect.
However, the complex treatment of pneumonia is most often carried out. In this case, the therapy is complemented by various physiotherapeutic procedures, including massage. The patient may be prescribed certain methods of electrotherapy, UHF, microwave and so on.
Why do we need complex therapy
Physiotherapeutic procedures and massage for pneumonia contribute to the speedy recovery of patients, as well as:
- Improve the outflow of viscous sputum.
- Activate blood and lymph circulation.
- Improve ventilation of the lungs, and also normalizes the functioning of the respiratory system.
- Due to the resorption of the main focus of the disease, relapse is prevented.
- Allow to strengthen the respiratory muscles.
Varieties of massage
Massage for pneumonia is the most affordable and effective way to fight the disease, which is one of the components of complex therapy.
It is worth noting that such a procedure can be carried out not only in a hospital, but also at home. In this case, massage for pneumonia can be:
- Vacuum.
- Point.
- Segmental.
- Honey.
- Aroma massage.
Vacuum and acupressure for pneumonia
Vacuum massage is performed using special jars. In this case, the effect is on the subcutaneous layers. This greatly improves blood circulation. A person begins to sweat and together with sweat all the toxins leave the body. This eliminates most of the stagnant areas. In addition, vacuum massage has a thermal effect, which is very useful for pneumonia.
As for point impact, such manipulations allow you to activate all resources, and then direct them to the recovery and restoration of the body.
Segmental and honey massage
Segmental massage is a unique method of influencing certain parts of the body. In this case, all pain sensations are projected in those places that are distant from the affected organs. It is worth noting that such a massage with pneumonia allows a person to determine the state of his body. As a result of this procedure, the mobility of the chest is significantly improved. At the same time, segmental massage allows you to restore lymph circulation.
As for the honey procedure, honey is used during its implementation. This product not only has a number of useful properties, but is also well absorbed into the skin. It should be noted that honey in its composition is close to plasma. A similar massage for pneumonia allows you to give the patient strength and vigor.
Aroma massage
A similar massage is performed for pneumonia in adults and children. ATIn this case, not honey is used for the procedure, but the essential oil of a medicinal plant. The product should smell pleasant and have a positive effect on indoor air. It is best to use essential oils that have decongestant, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects.
It is worth noting that aroma massage can significantly improve the patient's condition. After all, a person during such a procedure will involuntarily inhale essential oils.
When to massage
Treatment of pneumonia at home in adults and children should be comprehensive. Massage is a procedure that must be carried out under certain conditions. It should be performed only at normal body temperature. If this indicator is higher than 36.9 ° C, then the procedure should be postponed. In addition, the patient must be in good he alth. Otherwise, the massage will not bring benefits. If the pneumonia is mild, the procedure may not take long.
Features of massage
Massage for pneumonia in children and adults should create vibrations when performed. This is necessary for better sputum discharge, as well as for restoring the main functions of the lungs - breathing. Exactly the same massage is performed for emphysema, asthma and bronchitis. During the procedure, the impact is on certain parts of the body in the following sequence:
- Fore chest.
- Neck.
- Back of chest.
Only in thissequence and it is worth doing a massage. The impact on the front of the cage should be not only at the beginning, but also at the end of the procedure. After all, it is behind it that the lungs are located. It is from them that sputum must be removed.
How to perform a chest massage
General classical massage can be mastered by almost everyone. The main thing is to know what to influence. Before starting the procedure, the patient should lie on his back, taking a horizontal position. The surface must be firm.
During the massage, special attention should be paid to the intercostal spaces. It is not recommended to massage the mammary gland in women. Massage consists of:
- Squeezing and stroking. You need to move along the chest, starting from the very bottom and gradually rising up to the axillary region. In this case, it is recommended to use massage oil or ointment. For aroma massage, you can use a product made from mint, rosemary, fir, thyme, lavender, tea tree, pine, eucalyptus, cypress or sage.
- Rake and comb rubbing. Such an effect is exerted on the spaces between the ribs. Sawing is allowed in the region of the pectoralis major muscle and sternum. In this case, rubbing should be alternated with stroking.
- After the above, it is worth kneading the clavicles, pectoral muscles, hypochondrium and sternum. In this case, it is recommended to use all the techniques described above, supplementing them with pinching.
- Finally, vibrate the front of the chest usingreception of shaking, finger shower and percussion beats. It is recommended to finish the massage with stroking.
How to massage your neck and back
General classical massage allows you to restore strength and improve sputum discharge. It should be carried out carefully, observing all the rules. Neck and back massage is performed as follows:
- In the back area, it is recommended to start with push-ups and strokes.
- You should gradually rub the fabrics until they skin becomes reddish. In this case, it is recommended to use the sawing method, rowing and comb-like impact, crossing and impact with the base of the palm.
- After that, it is recommended to stretch the long back muscles, trapezius muscles and the latissimus dorsi. In this case, you should use a double neck, comb, row, finger, ring and double rubbing.
- End back massage with vibration and then stroking.
- You should act on the neck in the same way as on the back: stroking, rubbing, kneading, vibration, stroking. It is recommended to perform all manipulations along the lymphatic channels. In this case, you need to move from top to bottom.
This is how a massage is performed for pneumonia. If the actions are performed incorrectly, the healing effect is invisible.
