Introduction: Sinus congestion can be a frustrating and uncomfortable issue, often making it difficult to breathe, concentrate, and even get a good night’s sleep. Whether it’s triggered by allergies, a cold, or environmental factors, blocked sinuses can cause a range of unpleasant symptoms, including pressure, headaches, and stuffiness. While medications and nasal sprays are commonly used for relief, there are natural, non-invasive methods that can help clear your sinuses without the need for over-the-counter treatments. In this article, we’ll explore simple techniques using acupressure and massage that can provide effective sinus relief with just your fingers. These techniques have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to promote circulation, ease tension, and relieve sinus pressure.
Ingredients:
Your fingers (thumb, index finger, or middle finger)
A quiet and comfortable space to relax
Instructions:
Pressure Point Massage:
Step 1: Begin by sitting in a comfortable position with your back straight and your shoulders relaxed.
Step 2: Locate the pressure points on your face. Start by finding the spot near the inner corners of your eyebrows, just below the brow bone. This area is known to help relieve sinus congestion.
Step 3: Using your thumb or index finger, gently press on these points and apply light pressure in a circular motion. Continue this for about 30 seconds.
Step 4: Move to the sides of your nose, just below the cheekbones. These points help to relieve sinus pressure around the nasal passages. Apply gentle pressure and massage for another 30 seconds.
Step 5: Finally, locate the point just below your nose and above your upper lip (known as the philtrum). Gently massage this area for relief.
Sinus Drainage Technique:
Step 1: Place your fingers on the bridge of your nose, just between your eyes.
Step 2: Apply gentle pressure and glide your fingers down both sides of your nose, along the sides of your nostrils.
Step 3: Move your fingers downward towards your cheekbones, applying gentle pressure as you go.
Step 4: Repeat this technique a few times, encouraging sinus drainage.
Forehead Massage:
the rest on next page
ADVERTISEMENT
