The benefits of using scissor hands to massage the ears

Massaging the ears with scissor hands can help relieve fatigue, improve blood circulation in the ears, and assist in regulating organ function. This massage method has a certain relieving effect on symptoms such as headache, insomnia, and tinnitus by stimulating acupoints in the ear. When using scissors to massage the ears, the index and middle fingers clamp the earlobe and rub it up and down, which can directly stimulate the rich nerve endings and blood vessels in the ear. There are nearly a hundred acupoints in the ear that correspond to the organs throughout the body, such as the earlobe corresponding to the head and the earlobe corresponding to the spine. Continuous gentle massage for 3-5 minutes can promote local microcirculation and alleviate temple swelling and pain caused by prolonged use of the brain or tension. For patients with mild neurogenic tinnitus, massaging once a day in the morning and once in the evening can reduce the buzzing sound. Some people may experience ear fever after massage, which is a normal response to capillary dilation.

The ear skin is thin and distributed with vagus nerve branches, excessive force may cause skin damage or dizziness. Massage is prohibited when there is inflammation, eczema, or trauma in the ear canal. Patients with hypertension should control the intensity of massaging the ear back pressure reducing groove to avoid sudden stimulation that can cause blood pressure fluctuations. Pregnant women should avoid the uterine reflex zone in the center of the earlobe to prevent uterine contractions. Some people have sensitive ear acupoints, and if discomfort such as palpitations and nausea occurs after massage, it should be stopped immediately. Scissor hand massage can be combined with warm towels to enhance the effect on the ears, but it should not be performed after overeating or drinking alcohol. Long term desk workers can use this as daily health care, combined with the technique of tapping the bone processes behind the ears with the Mingtian drum for better results. If the symptoms of the ear persist or worsen, timely medical attention should be sought to screen for organic diseases such as otitis media and Meniere's disease.