If you experience constipation, you can often rub your stomach, which can promote bowel movements. Rubbing the stomach can accelerate intestinal movement, making it easier for stool to pass through. However, it is important to note that you should not rub too hard or excessively, but instead gently and clockwise. At the same time, pay attention to your diet and consume more fiber-rich and easily digestible foods, which can help with intestinal movement. Additionally, remember to exercise regularly. Can rubbing the stomach immediately induce bowel movements? Rubbing the stomach can promote bowel movements and is suitable for correcting constipation, especially for patients with poor gastrointestinal motility or weak physical condition. For example, bedridden patients, post-surgical patients, patients with malignant tumors or the elderly, who may experience difficulty in bowel movements and a decline in quality of life, can benefit from abdominal massage. How to rub the stomach to promote bowel movements? Massaging the abdomen can help digest food, increase gastrointestinal motility, and has a good laxative effect. Focus on massaging the three acupuncture points: Tianshu, Daheng, and Qihai. Tianshu belongs to the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian, located two inches beside the navel; Daheng belongs to the Foot Taiyin Spleen Meridian, located four inches beside the navel; and Qihai belongs to the Ren Meridian, located 1.5 inches below the navel. Massage each point for 3-5 minutes, 1-2 times a day. Additionally, starting from the navel, use the palm root to perform clockwise abdominal massage for 5-10 minutes, 1-2 times a day. If constipation persists for a long time or the symptoms are severe, it is recommended to consult a doctor for further diagnosis and treatment to rule out organic diseases and avoid delaying the condition.
