wks 1, 2 - hand techniques Flashcards
1
Q
what are benefits of Hammering?
A
- breaks stagnation
- strongly moves qi & blood
- note: this is the heaviest but least precise percussive technique
2
Q
how do you perform Pushing?
A
- face the same direction of movement
- body is behind the action, pushing forward w/ strong force & returning lightly
- create a wave of qi & blood that moves ahead of you
3
Q
what are benefits of Pushing?
A
- moves qi & blood
- acts at tendinomuscular level
- warms & dredges channels
4
Q
where on the body can you use Pushing?
A
- can be used in many areas
- commonly used on back, legs, IT band
5
Q
how do you perform Pressing?
A
- press using palm, finger, thumb, knuckle, or elbow
- slowly sink into the tissue to the desired level
- pressure should change with patient’s & practitioner’s breath (go deeper on their exhale, and lighter on their inhale)
- listen with your hands to determine the appropriate amount of force needed to relax tight tissue
6
Q
what are the benefits of Pressing?
A
- disperses stagnation
- relaxes spasms
- stimulates acupuncture points (light press is tonifying; hard press is dispersive)
7
Q
where on the body can you use Pressing?
A
- commonly done at acupoints, back, anywhere
- use less pressure at the lumbar area
8
Q
how do you perform Rolling?
A
- like rolling dough with a rolling pin
- use hand like a cylinder: contact surface is the back of hand
- slightly extend the index finger’s proximal joint to increase surface area of back of hand
- create wave that pushes forward and inward
- use other hand as a helper if needed
9
Q
where on body can you use Rolling?
A
back, buttock, thigh, shoulder
10
Q
what are benefits of Rolling?
A
- acts at level of superficial muscles
- moves qi & blood
- separates adhesions
- warms channels
- relieves spasm & pain
11
Q
how do you perform Hammering?
A
- use loose fist to make rhythmic percussions
- create vibrations that move outward from point of contact
12
Q
how do you perform Round Rubbing?
A
- use thumb, fingertip, or palm
- rub rhythmically in a circular manner with even & moderate force
- make wave of qi & blood in front of you
13
Q
what are benefits of Round Rubbing?
A
affects skin, muscle, and tendon
14
Q
where on body can you use Round Rubbing?
A
- can be done anywhere
- commonly used at traps, forearm, small joints, abdomen
