Simply pressing this point on the sole of the foot will immediately stop a baby’s crying and reduce pain.

Originating from ancient China, simple, easy to perform, and highly effective in healing, the method of acupressure and foot massage has been inherited and applied since ancient times.

For infants and young children, foot reflexology not only helps reduce and prevent some diseases, but also has an effective effect in treating fussy or hyperactive babies. Acupressure in young children will be more effective than in adults because young children’s bodies react very quickly and sensitively to acupressure. If the child is fussy, the adult’s reaction is to pick the child up, rub their back, and soothe them. But parents can apply acupressure to stop the baby’s crying and reduce pain symptoms in each part of the child’s body.

1. Headache, Toothache

If the child has a headache or toothache, parents should massage the child’s toes to reduce pain symptoms. Toe massage is also a very good treatment for head and neck problems such as ear infections.

And if the baby is fussy due to teething, acupressure on the tip of the toes will be an effective way to help the baby feel comfortable, relaxed, and less fussy.

2. Chest Congestion Problems

Diseases related to chest congestion such as cough, chronic cough, cough with phlegm, cold, etc., apply acupressure on the soles of the feet. This is also a way to reduce congestion and shortness of breath, as proven by many scientific studies.

3. Sinus Problems

If your baby has a runny nose or a cold or has problems related to breathing or sinuses, etc., apply acupressure in the center of each toe, and the symptoms will be significantly reduced.

4. Stomach and Lung Problems

At this time, parents should apply acupressure at the center point of the upper foot arch as in the following picture.

5. Upper and Lower Abdominal Problems

If the child has problems such as intestinal obstruction, heartburn, constipation, bloating, etc., parents can apply acupressure on the soles of the baby’s feet to reduce symptoms related to the above digestive problems.

6. Pelvic Problems

In case the child has muscle strain or postural problems, acupressure can be applied to the baby’s heels.

According to: Emdep