Gases (aerophagia) are very common and at the same time very annoying. They accompany us since we are small and even many babies have problems and colic due to gas. They can make our daily activities difficult due to the discomfort they cause. The feeling of bloating and heaviness are very uncomfortable, as well as very unsightly. It is very important to expel the gases so that they do not cause discomfort, but sometimes it is difficult due to the situation in which we find ourselves or simply because we are not able to do it. Gases that stay in the stomach too long could expand and reach the chest causing it to hurt. However, massages can help promote intestinal activity and expel them naturally. In this oneHOWTO article we explain how to eliminate gas with massage step by step.
Stomach massages are very beneficial not only to eliminate gas, but also to promote intestinal activity, which can help with other problems such as constipation. In addition, on many occasions, gastric problems are caused by emotions and an abdominal massage can eliminate stress and anxiety that causes knots in the stomach, which hinder the expulsion of gases and their correct activity. Of course, the massage must be done properly.
The abdominal massage technique can also help us to stimulate liver and gallbladder function improving blood circulation in the abdominal area.
Massages provide well-being and relief through heat and touch therapy making the movements relax the muscles and promote intestinal activity.
In the following oneHOWTO article you can find out what is the answer to the question of why you have so much gas.
It is better to have the massages done by someone else, but you can always go to the self-massage. The technique is the same for both cases and they should always be performed circular movements in a clockwise direction, that is to say to the right, so that in this way you stimulate the route of the blood flow. The steps to follow to do it correctly are the following:
- Lie down in an area where you are relaxed, whether on the floor, on the sofa, in a bed … If you cannot lie down, sit in a comfortable place where you can be relaxed.
- Breathing is also very important because it will help you relax. To do this, take in air and gently release it by deep, gentle breaths. Try to maintain relaxed breathing throughout the massage.
- First, let’s relax the area a bit. To do this, with the fingertips of both hands massage around the navel for a few minutes. This will help improve digestion and eliminate fluid retention. In addition, it will relax the stomach.
- Then do the same for the rest of the belly except in the navel area and massage the rest. Once the abdomen is more relaxed, we will move to the area just below the ribs. If you take a breath, the ribs will be marked and, thus, you will know where they end. Place both hands just below the ribs (the right on the right side and the left on the left) and with your fingertips, massage deeply, dragging towards the navel. Do this several times.
- And finally, we move on to a bowel movement through circular massages. You should start at the bottom right near the navel and make circular movements around it always in a clockwise direction. So you will go up towards the rib cage and then go down again and continue the circular movement.
When you finish the massage (about half an hour), do not remove your hands from your abdomen, leave them on top without making any movement. This is just to keep you warm and to keep your abdomen relaxed.
It is important to always follow the indicated direction so that the belly can loosen the stool and its movement is easier. In this way, intestinal activity will start and gases can be expelled.
It is a massage that you can perform 2 times a week to improve traffic and, thus, expel accumulated gases.
Colic in babies is very common and for them the expulsion of gases is not as easy as for us, so they need help after eating. Their bodies are not fully formed and until it is working properly on its own, it is necessary to help them expel gas. However, there are babies who still have intestinal problems, such as constipation or difficulty passing gas, which makes them constantly have discomfort.
An effective method is to perform a abdominal massage to help them expel them Natural way. In addition, it will promote their intestinal activity and, if they are constipated, it will help them to defecate.
For this, the environment must be warm and the baby must feel comfortable. At home, for example, it is the most suitable place. The baby has to stay only with the diaper and you must remove watches, bracelets or rings that could harm him.
You can lay the baby on a bed or support to perform the massage, but a very comfortable way to do it is sitting cross-legged and placing a towel on top of these to put the baby on his back.
Now, take some kind of oil, for example almond oil. A few drops will be enough. Rub it in your hands to warm it up and start by touching the baby’s gut with smooth up-and-down movements, from the thorax to the lower abdomen. The movements are similar to when you dig a hole in the sand, but they have to be very smooth and slow. The baby may complain if his tummy hurts and it is completely normal. However, if during the massage he does not stop complaining and crying, it may be better to stop, since perhaps the pressure exerted is not being adequate or the baby is feeling a lot of discomfort.
After these movements, we proceed to perform, as in adults, circular movements. Always clockwise. You don’t have to squeeze too hard just slide your hands in with just the right amount of pressure.
You can alternate movements between circular and digging. Also, it is highly recommended to help the baby pushing your legs toward your abdomen, so that we flex them and bring his knees towards his belly. Keep them in this position for a while, moving them as if the baby were pedaling, but always with the knees bent. This will help you pass gas.
Perform this massage when you feel that the baby has not finished expelling gases or is uncomfortable.
In addition, in the following oneHOWTO article we show some Home Remedies for baby gas.
